Windows Administrator Lead

Windows Administrator Lead

Windows Administrator Lead

Location: Mumbai

Experience: 8 years to 14 years

Interview Mode: Online Interview

Interview Date: 13th Oct 2026 (Tuesday)

Interview Time: 10: 00 AM to 5: 00 PM

Mandatory skill: Windows Server Administration, Active Directory (AD, GPO, DNS, DHCP

Must-Have:

8-14 years of experience in Windows server administration (depending on level)

3+ years in a Lead or Senior Windows Administrator role

Relevant certifications preferred:

AWS and Nutanix certification is required

PowerShell or Automation Certifications

Key responsibilities:

Technical Leadership & Operations

• Lead and manage Windows Server environments (2016 / 2019 / 2022) across production and non‑production systems
• Act as L3 escalation point for complex Windows infrastructure issues
• Ensure high availability, performance, security, and stability of Windows platforms
• Own end‑to‑end Windows infrastructure lifecycle management

Active Directory & Core Services

• Design, administer, and troubleshoot Active Directory (AD DS) environments
• Manage and optimize Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
• Administer DNS, DHCP, and domain services
• Manage FSMO roles, AD replication, and multi‑domain/forest environments

Build, Patch & Security

• Oversee server build, patching, upgrades, and decommissioning
• Ensure compliance with security hardening standards and baselines
• Support vulnerability remediation and audit requirements
• Plan and execute OS upgrades and migrations
• Managing Infra using Prism Central and Prism element

Automation & Monitoring

• Implement and maintain PowerShell automation to improve efficiency
• Ensure effective monitoring and alerting of Windows environments
• Analyse performance trends and proactively address capacity risks
• Coordinate with monitoring and security teams for alert optimization

Incident, Problem & Change Management

• Lead resolution of major incidents related to Windows infrastructure
• Perform and review Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Drive permanent fixes and preventive actions
• Review and approve change requests for Windows systems

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Mentor, guide, and technically enable L1/L2 administrators
• Conduct technical reviews, knowledge transfer, and training sessions
• Coordinate with network, security, application, and cloud teams
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, customers, and management

Documentation & Compliance

• Create and maintain SOPs, runbooks, and technical documentation
• Ensure adherence to ITIL processes and SLAs
• Support audits, DR drills, and business continuity activities

15 years of Continuous Education.