IT Specialist - Microsoft Windows

Background about IT EOC:

G+D’s IT Enterprise Operations Center (EOC) is the global delivery and support operations center for G+D groups’ global locations and subsidiaries. EOC manages the IT Infrastructure (Server /Datacenter, collaboration and Messaging, Network LAN/ WAN / Wi-Fi and Firewall security) and Enterprise IT Applications (predominantly SAP portfolio) along with Mobile  Applications Platforms as well. The center is also accountable for delivering high value  and high visibility IT projects & programs across various IT domains.

As IT Specialist – Microsoft Cloud & Infrastructure, you have to provide high-level technical expertise in the area of Windows Server administration and Active Directory. This individual would be responsible for implementing  & enabling IT strategies defined by senior management in order to achieve the organizational objectives. Further, this individual would be responsible to ensure that the established processes to meet the regulatory and G&D corporate security requirements are respected and optimized, in a fast paced and critical environment. You need to develop the strategy and ensure the operation, integration into the infrastructure services and interact with the business to ensure a maximum of usability.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

1. Assumption of system responsibility as well as administration and configuration tasks in a Windows system environment
2. L2 & L3 support in the context of incident, problem and change management for the supported Microsoft systems
3. Ensure availability of the systems is 100% and all security & compliance related topics are addressed.
4. Should possess good analytical & troubleshooting skills and be able to collaborate with other teams to fix issues.
5. Execution of Windows server installations, upgrades, migrations, system setups
6. Deep understanding of Windows OS, Active Directory and other Infrastructure roles (DNS, DHCP, Terminal Server). Knowledge in PKI topics would be desirable.
7. Experience with Azure administration would be an advantage
8. Monitoring of the Windows environment for any issues.
9. Hands-on experience in Active directory User & Computers, Group Policy and Distributed File System (DFS).
10. Experience in Software patching and WSUS patch solutions.
11. Knowledge and understanding of Scripting languages (PowerShell preferred)
12. Identification of further developments and improvement potentials and their implementation, taking into account the cost-effectiveness of the identified solution
13. Performance and error analyses as well as tuning measures to ensure that the agreed service level targets are met.
14. Creation and maintenance of documentation
15. Knowledge on ITSM

Education & Trainings + Certifications:

1. University Degree and Certifications in the technology related field.
2. Training & Certification in Windows administration and management.
3. ITIL Certifications

Mandatory Technical know-how:

1. Active Directory & Group Policies
2. DNS, DHCP, Terminal Services
3. Windows Server 2016 & 2019 Administration                                                                   
4. PowerShell                                                                          

Soft Skills: 

1. Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times.
2. Team orientation, strong communication skills, commitment and flexibility
3. Independent, careful and result-oriented way of working
4. Utilize sound judgment in dealing with business information.
5. Generate enthusiasm and support of company objectives.
6. Effective written and oral communication skills (English)

Relevant Experience: 8 to 13 years

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