UST - Azure Wintel Specialist - Virtualization

Experience Required : 9 to 12 Years. Responsibilities : - Design and deploy scalable, highly available, and secure Azure Wintel solutions based on business requirements. - Architect and implement Azure Virtual Machines, Virtual Networks, Storage Accounts, and other relevant Azure services. - Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using tools like Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Terraform, or Bicep. - Manage and maintain Windows Server operating systems in Azure, including patching, updates, and performance tuning. - Configure and troubleshoot Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and other core Windows services. - Implement and manage Group Policy Objects (GPOs) for security and configuration management. - Plan and execute migrations of on-premises Wintel workloads to Azure using tools like Azure Migrate. - Manage and optimize Azure Virtual Machines for performance and cost efficiency. - Implement and manage Hyper-V in both on premise and Azure environments. - Design and implement Azure Virtual Networks, subnets, and network security groups (NSGs). - Configure and manage Azure VPN Gateways, ExpressRoute, and other connectivity solutions. - Implement and maintain security best practices for Azure Wintel environments, including Azure Security Center and Azure Defender. - Implement and manage Azure Firewall. - Monitor Azure Wintel infrastructure performance and availability using Azure Monitor and other tools. - Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to Azure Wintel environments. - Implement and maintain logging and alerting systems. - Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for automation of routine tasks. - Implement and manage automation workflows using Azure Automation and other tools. - Implement and manage Azure DevOps pipelines for CI/CD. - Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of Azure Wintel infrastructure and processes. - Provide regular reports on infrastructure performance, availability, and security. - Participate in audit and compliance related activities. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, network engineers, and security specialists. - Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. - Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members. Required Skills and Experience : - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. - 9-12 years of experience in Windows Server administration and Azure cloud environments. - Extensive experience with Azure Virtual Machines, Virtual Networks, Storage Accounts, and other core Azure services. - Deep understanding of Windows Server operating systems, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and other core Windows services. - Strong experience with virtualization technologies, including Hyper-V. - Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and automation. - Experience with infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools like ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep. - Strong understanding of networking concepts and security best practices. - Experience with Azure monitoring and logging tools, such as Azure Monitor and Azure Log Analytics. - Experience with Azure DevOps pipelines for CI/CD. - Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Azure Certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Azure Security Engineer Associate are highly desirable. Preferred Qualifications : - Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). - Experience with cloud security frameworks and compliance standards. - Experience with disaster recovery and business continuity planning. - Experience with SQL server administration in Azure. (ref:hirist.tech)

Location: trivandrum, IN

Posted Date: 4/19/2025