Key Responsibilities:
Windows Server Administration
- Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments in on-premises and AWS cloud environments.
- Manage Active Directory, DNS, Group Policies, file shares, and Windows updates/patching.
- Monitor server performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability and reliability of Windows workloads.
AWS Migration & Cloud Operations
- Plan, execute, and support migration of on-premises workloads to AWS using AWS Application Migration Service (MGN) and VM Import/Export.
- Deploy and manage EC2 instances, configure ALB (Application Load Balancers), and ensure seamless connectivity and load distribution.
- Implement EBS volumes and storage solutions for Windows workloads.
- Configure Auto Scaling groups to ensure application availability and cost optimization.
- Manage AWS networking components such as VPC, Route53, and security with IAM roles/policies.
- Implement monitoring and management via AWS Systems Manager (SSM) for patching, automation, and compliance.
Infrastructure as Code & Automation
- Create, maintain, and optimize Terraform scripts for provisioning Windows-based infrastructure on AWS.
- Automate deployment, scaling, and configuration tasks using AWS native tools and Terraform.
- Ensure infrastructure is version-controlled, modular, and reusable.
Security & Compliance
- Implement AWS security best practices including IAM policies, security groups, and network ACLs.
- Ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements for Windows workloads in the cloud.
Performance & Optimization
- Monitor workloads, optimize performance, and ensure cost-efficient cloud usage.
- Troubleshoot system and network issues to maintain high uptime and performance.
- Provide recommendations for enhancements, automation, and cloud adoption strategies.
Required Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience in Windows Server administration (2012/2016/2019/2022).
- Hands-on experience migrating workloads to AWS using Application Migration Service (MGN) or VM Import/Export.
- Strong knowledge of AWS services: EC2, ALB, EBS, Auto Scaling, SSM, Route53, VPC, IAM.
- Proficiency in Terraform for infrastructure as code and automation.
- Good understanding of networking, security, and cloud architecture best practices.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.
