Associate Systems Engineer (Ref 26218)

Responsibilities
• Implement, configure, and maintain Windows Server operating systems (2012, 2016, 2019, 2022).
• Develop, deploy, and manage Group Policy Objects (GPO) to enforce security settings, configurations, and compliance across the enterprise.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement proactive measures to ensure system stability and availability.
• Maintain and document system configurations, operational procedures, and service records in alignment with ITIL processes (e.g., Incident, Problem, Change Management).
• Provide technical leadership and expertise in project execution and operational support.
• Ensure all systems and processes meet top security standards and comply with regulations.
• Collaborate with security teams to implement and maintain security standards baseline.
• Administer and support basic services within commercial cloud environments, such as Azure or AWS.
• Perform capacity planning, performance tuning, and continuous improvement of the server infrastructure.

Requirements
• Diploma, Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, ITIL Foundation) are highly desirable.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in system engineering, focused on Microsoft Windows Server environments.
• Expert-level experience and sound knowledge of:

• Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, and 2022 operating systems.
• Group Policy Object (GPO) management, deployment, and auditing.
• Demonstrated experience working within a framework of ITIL best practices (certification is a plus).
• Strong understanding of system compliance requirements and experience implementing controls and procedures to meet them.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of commercial cloud platforms, such as Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS), including foundational services (e.g., compute, storage, networking)
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell) for automation and configuration management.
• Strong Windows/network troubleshooting skills related to server connectivity and service access (TCP/IP, firewall rules, routing).

Licence no: 12C6060