Windows System Engineer
HybridDarmstadt, Hesse, Germany
Job Summary
Monitor Windows Server systems, identify hardware and software issues, and act as the primary contact for operational matters. Administer enterprise server platforms including Cisco UCS, Dell PowerEdge, and HPE ProLiant systems while maintaining configuration baselines and system inventories. Plan and execute hardware and software upgrades, develop PowerShell scripts to automate routine tasks, and define backup and recovery procedures. Troubleshoot complex anomalies and provide stand-by and on-call support to ensure operational continuity. Apply ITIL service management principles within a 24/7 environment to maintain mission-critical meteorological satellite systems.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.
- Expert-level experience in Windows Server administration, including installation, patching, hardening, and troubleshooting.
- Experience administering and securing Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP.
- Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and automation.
- Experience with backup and disaster recovery procedures.
- Knowledge of security hardening and Privileged Access Management (PAM).
- Experience with enterprise server platforms, including Cisco UCS, Dell, HPE ProLiant, and Lenovo systems.
- Knowledge of storage connectivity and integration.
- Good understanding of TCP/IP networking.
- Knowledge of ITIL service management principles.
- Experience working in 24/7 operational environments.
- Ability to produce technical documentation and work independently.
- Professional proficiency in written and spoken English.
Desired Qualifications
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator (AZ-800).
- Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300).
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) and/or Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305).
- CompTIA Security+ certification.
- Experience administering Cisco UCS environments.
- Experience in the aerospace or satellite industry.
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