Windows Server Administrator (L2)

Job Title: Windows Server Administrator (L2)

Location: Chennai

Experience: 3 5 Years

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Windows Server Administrator (L2) to manage, maintain, and support enterprise-level Windows Server environments. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Windows Server administration, Active Directory, and Office 365, with hands-on experience in physical and virtual server infrastructure management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments (installation, patching, and troubleshooting).
• Provide L2 technical support for server incidents, performance issues, and system outages.
• Perform Active Directory administration user/group management, group policies, and access permissions.
• Support and troubleshoot Office 365 services (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive).
• Conduct server monitoring, health checks, and backup management to ensure high availability.
• Administer and maintain physical and virtual servers (VMware/Hyper-V).
• Manage DNS, DHCP, and file/print services within the server environment.
• Collaborate with L3 support teams for escalations, major incident resolutions, and change implementations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of system configurations and processes.
• Participate in disaster recovery planning, patch management, and compliance reviews.
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 36 years of experience in Windows Server Administration (2012/2016/2019).
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and domain management.
• Hands-on experience with Office 365 administration and Exchange Online.
• Exposure to virtualization platforms like VMware and Hyper-V.
• Experience with server backups, patching tools, and monitoring solutions.
• Understanding of ITIL processes and ticket-based incident management systems.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) or equivalent certification.
• Familiarity with PowerShell scripting for automation.
• Experience with backup and recovery tools (e.g., Veeam, Symantec, Commvault).
• Knowledge of cloud or hybrid environments (Azure AD, Intune) is a plus.