Job Summary:
Department: Enterprise Windows and Virtualization
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and automation-focused Windows and Virtualization Specialist to join our team. You'll play a key role in supporting and advancing our enterprise-grade Windows Server and virtualization platforms, with a strong emphasis on scripting, automation, and secure infrastructure delivery in a financial services environment.
- Administer and maintain Windows Server environments, including Active Directory Services, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
- Manage and optimize VMware vSphere infrastructure, including ESXi hosts, vCenter, clusters, and virtual networking/storage.
- Support and enhance Omnissa VDI (formerly VMware Horizon) environments.
- Integrate and manage Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) for hybrid identity and access management.
- Administer Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and Intune.
- Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for automation of routine tasks, configuration management, and reporting.
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure provisioning and configuration using tools such as Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
- Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure systems meet regulatory and internal standards.
- Document configurations, procedures, and system changes in accordance with ITIL practices.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity teams on penetration testing remediation and risk assessments.
Required Qualifications:
- 4+ years of experience in Windows Server administration, with a background that may include endpoint engineering.
- Advanced proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and system management.
- Experience integrating infrastructure tasks into CI/CD pipelines.
- Proven expertise in VMware vSphere design, administration and troubleshooting.
- Experience with VDI platforms, preferably Omnissa VDI or VMware Horizon.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Entra ID, Azure AD Connect, and hybrid identity models.
- Solid understanding of Microsoft 365 administration and security features.
- Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN).
- Experience in financial services is a plus.
Nice to Have:
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP-DCV)
- Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert
- Experience with Ansible for configuration management and automation
You can visit our website on https://www.squarepoint-capital.com/ to know more about us.