System Engineer with Windows, VMware, and Active Directory-Onsite

We are seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer with strong expertise in Windows Server administration, VMware virtualization, and Active Directory services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience supporting enterprise-level environments and hybrid cloud integrations across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. This role requires hands-on onsite support, infrastructure optimization, and collaboration with cross-functional IT teams.

Core Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and support enterprise Windows Server infrastructure ensuring high availability and performance.

• Administer and maintain Active Directory environments including domain services, GPO management, replication, DNS/DHCP, and identity services.

• Manage and optimize VMware infrastructure (vSphere, ESXi, vCenter), including VM provisioning, clustering, HA, and DRS configurations.

• Perform system patching, upgrades, vulnerability remediation, and security hardening.

• Conduct performance monitoring, capacity planning, and infrastructure health assessments.

• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues across Windows, virtualization, and cloud platforms.

• Design and support hybrid cloud architectures integrating on-prem AD with Azure AD / AWS IAM / Google Cloud Platform Identity.

• Support cloud migrations, workload optimization, backup strategies, and disaster recovery planning.

• Implement automation using PowerShell, PowerCLI, and cloud-native automation tools.

• Collaborate with network, security, and cloud engineering teams to ensure seamless infrastructure operations.

• Develop detailed technical documentation, SOPs, and architecture diagrams.

• Provide proactive onsite support and participate in incident response and root cause analysis.

Required Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in Windows Server and Active Directory administration.

• Strong hands-on experience with VMware technologies (vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, HA, DRS).

• Deep understanding of AD architecture, trust relationships, replication topology, DNS, and Group Policies.

• Experience managing Windows Server 2012/2016/2019/2022 environments.

• Working knowledge of public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) including compute, storage, networking, and identity services.

• Experience with hybrid identity solutions (Azure AD Connect, federation services, SSO).

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.

• Experience in backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work directly with customer stakeholders onsite.

Preferred Skills

• Certifications: VCP, Microsoft Azure Administrator/Architect, AWS Solutions Architect, or Google Cloud Platform Professional certifications.

• Experience with infrastructure automation and scripting (PowerShell, PowerCLI, Terraform).

• Familiarity with monitoring tools (SolarWinds, vRealize, Azure Monitor, CloudWatch).

• Knowledge of security best practices, compliance standards, and governance in enterprise environments.

• Experience with storage solutions (SAN/NAS) and backup technologies.