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Windows Administrator
Weekday (YC W21). Administer, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments to ensure system availability, performance, and security .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Windows Server administration, VMware vSphere, and Active Directory management, with strong scripting capabilities in Windows PowerShell for automation. Proven ability to enhance infrastructure reliability, security, and performance through effective troubleshooting and proactive problem-solving.
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Windows Server AdministrationVMware vSphere AdministrationWindows Active Directory ManagementWindows PowerShell ScriptingInfrastructure Security
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Hard Skills
Windows Server AdministrationVMware vSphereActive DirectoryGroup Policy ManagementWindows PowerShellInfrastructure MonitoringTroubleshootingRoot-Cause AnalysisBackup and Recovery ProceduresSystem Performance Monitoring
Soft Skills
Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsProblem-Solving
Industry Keywords
Infrastructure OperationsSystems EngineeringChange ManagementIT Service ManagementDisaster Recovery
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesVMware
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Administer, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments to ensure system availability, performance, and security
- Manage Windows Active Directory, including user and group administration, authentication, access permissions, and Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
- Install, configure, monitor, and maintain VMware vSphere and ESXi environments
- Manage virtual machines, resource allocation, virtual infrastructure health, and capacity utilisation
- Develop and maintain Windows PowerShell scripts to automate repetitive administrative tasks and improve operational efficiency
- Plan and execute Windows Server upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure modernisation activities
- Manage server patching, security updates, software updates, and maintenance schedules
- Monitor infrastructure performance, identify potential issues, and implement preventive measures
- Troubleshoot Windows Server, Active Directory, VMware, and virtualisation-related incidents
- Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues
- Support infrastructure backup, recovery, business continuity, and disaster recovery activities as required
- Follow established change-management, security, compliance, and infrastructure maintenance procedures
- Maintain accurate technical documentation, configuration records, operational procedures, and incident reports
- Collaborate with IT operations, security, application, and support teams to resolve infrastructure issues
- Identify opportunities to improve infrastructure reliability, automation, system performance, and operational processes
Requirements
What you’ll need- 6+ years of professional experience in Windows administration, infrastructure operations, or systems engineering
- Strong hands-on expertise in Windows Server administration and enterprise infrastructure management
- Proven experience administering Windows Active Directory, Group Policy, user accounts, groups, and access controls
- Practical experience with VMware vSphere and ESXi administration, including virtual machine management and troubleshooting
- Strong scripting skills in Windows PowerShell for automation and administrative operations
- Experience planning and executing Windows Server upgrades, migrations, patching, and updates
- Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills across Windows and virtualised environments
- Good understanding of infrastructure security, access management, system availability, and performance monitoring
- Familiarity with backup and recovery procedures, change management, and IT service-management practices
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail when managing maintenance activities and technical documentation
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote environment
- A proactive approach to problem-solving, automation, continuous improvement, and infrastructure reliability
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and take ownership of infrastructure issues from identification through resolution