Job Description
Job Title: Windows & Active Directory Expert
Experience Required: 36 Years
Location: Bangalore
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Windows and Active Directory (AD) expert to join our IT Infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in managing enterprise-scale Windows Server environments and Active Directory services, along with hands-on experience in Windows OS patching, upgrades, and security hardening. This role requires ensuring stability, security, and performance of the Windows/AD ecosystem while supporting business operations and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities
l Manage and administer Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022).
l Design, configure, and maintain Active Directory domains, trusts, and group policies (GPOs).
l Perform Windows OS patching, upgrades, and system hardening to maintain compliance and security posture.
l Execute Windows Server lifecycle management including version upgrades and migrations.
l Handle AD object management (users, groups, computers, OUs, service accounts).
l Configure and manage DNS, DHCP, Certificate Services (PKI), and DFS.
l Troubleshoot and resolve AD replication, and domain controller issues.
l Implement and manage authentication and access control policies (Kerberos, NTLM, delegation, least privilege).
l Develop and use PowerShell scripts for automation and bulk administration tasks.
l Support hybrid identity setups (Azure AD Connect, SSO, MFA, Office 365 integration).
l Perform backup, restore, and disaster recovery for Windows/AD infrastructure.
l Monitor system performance, conduct regular health checks, and resolve incidents.
l Work with cross-functional teams to support projects, migrations, and BAU operations.
Required Skills & Qualifications
l 36 years of hands-on experience in Windows Server Administration and Active Directory.
l Strong knowledge of AD DS, DNS, DHCP, GPO, ADFS, PKI, and LDAP.
l Proven experience in Windows patch management and server upgrades.
l Expertise in troubleshooting replication issues, FSMO role management, and AD health checks.
l Experience with automation using PowerShell scripting.
l Good understanding of Windows security concepts (privileged access, delegation, authentication).
l Knowledge of AD migrations, upgrades, and hybrid integrations with Azure AD.
l Familiarity with backup and recovery solutions for AD and Windows.
l Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Preferred Skills (Good To Have)
l Experience with Windows , Azure AD, Microsoft 365 identity management, and hybrid cloud setups .
l Exposure to VMware/Hyper-V virtualization environments.
Location: Bangalore - EMBI, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
