Position: Windows Administrator
Company: Luxoft
Category: Sysadmin
Experience required: 3y
English level: upper

Responsibilities:
• Focus on Windows Systems Administration for HQ or Country Office based instances of Microsoft Windows 2008 and Windows 2012
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot Microsoft 208/2012 servers and other Microsoft products in bank headquarters and local offices
• Cloud infrastructure support including Azure and AWS
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot Bank standard hardware and firmware (currently Dell)
• Provide remote assistance and support to IT staff in the different regions and end-users, when necessary
• Provide support for server backup & monitoring
• Provide support for File/Print/Anti-virus servers
• Provide in-depth analysis and problem resolution for complex operating environments involving Microsoft, IBM, and EMC
• Determine the impact of requirements on the existing architecture, systems, and work processes and work with affected areas to ensure the proper review/communication of requirements and integration
• Determine infrastructure system specifications for hardware/software compatibility in close collaboration with other ITS teams and the Office of Information Security
• Perform troubleshooting for security incidents that require software and network forensic analysis in close collaboration with other ITS teams
• Participate in audits, as needed, producing necessary documentation, reports, and explanations and assist with the definition and implementation of corrective measures aimed at correcting possible findings
• Coordinate with business unit and IT staff in regions proposals for upgrade and or implementation of new technologies/services, as well as procurement of hardware and software
• Provide training and orientation for new staff in the group, when needed
• Carry out patch management and security administration for Windows servers
• Participate in the evaluation of server hardware and peripherals, as well as OS and patches for different applications
Mandatory Skills Description:
Educational Qualifications and Experience:
• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or Equivalent
• Role Specific Experience: 2+ years of experience managing Microsoft Windows systems with proven involvement in operations requiring for stringent uptime service levels
• 2+ years of experience supporting a large installation of Microsoft Windows 2008/2012 servers
• Programming and scripting experience, preferably in PowerShell
• Experience with troubleshooting system hardware and software, particularly to investigate problems related to end user devices
• Experience with Installation of Dell Servers or equivalent hardware

Certification Requirements:
• Microsoft MCSE and/or equivalent

Required Skills/Abilities:
• Active Directory skills, including group policy, building and upgrading DCs and RODC server core, domain & trust, LDAP integration with apps, security/delegation control, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP
• Knowledge of Windows OS internals, registries, permissions
• Knowledge of Active Directory Management, including: user management, GPOs, building domains & forests
• Familiarity with performance analysis using performance monitoring counters
• Good knowledge of TCP/IP networking and protocols (DNS, ICMP, SMB, SSL/TLS, etc.)
• Knowledge of Patch management procedures for windows operating systems
• Initiative and resourcefulness in complex environments
• Flexibility and ability to prioritize conflicting demands in high-pressure and time-critical situations
• Knowledge of File\Print server management, as well as Anti-virus management tools
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to work effectively in a team/task force as a participant or team leader
• Demonstrated sensitivity to the Bank's distinctive demographics and cross-cultural context and influences, including the ability to build effective work relationships with clients and colleagues
• Proven conceptual, analytical, and evaluation skills
• Ability to break down raw information and undefined problems into specific, workable components that, in turn, clearly identify the issues at hand
• Ability to make logical conclusions, anticipate obstacles, and consider different approaches that are relevant to the decision-making process
• Ability to prepare, present, and defend/explain technical information to diverse types of audience (management, users, vendor, and technical staff) in a way that establishes rapport and shares understanding
• Ability to produce a wide range of deliverables, such as memoranda, requirements documents, status reports, etc.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Team player with strong technical skills
Nice-to-Have Skills:
Familiarity with the following:
• Remote Monitoring and Management tools
• Cloud infrastructure
• CA -Arcserve/IBM Tivoli Storage Manager
• IIS
• Exchange
• Windows clustering technology
• Enterprise System Manager (ESM/CCS) or equivalent compliance tool