<p><p><b>Key Responsibilities :</b><br/><br/>Strategic & Architectural Leadership :<br/><br/></p><p>- Define and execute a holistic IT strategy that aligns on-premises and cloud infrastructure with organizational goals.<br/><br/></p><p>- Act as the primary technical authority on solution design, covering Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, and hybrid cloud integration.<br/><br/></p><p>- Design and manage core on-premises services, including Active Directory, ADFS, DNS, and DHCP.<br/><br/></p><p>- Architect and oversee virtualization platforms using Hyper-V and VMware (ESXi, vCenter), including solutions for Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI).<br/><br/></p><p>- Lead enterprise-wide migrations, modernization projects, and consolidations of both cloud and on-prem systems.<br/><br/>Security & Compliance :<br/><br/></p><p>- Implement and manage a comprehensive security framework across both cloud and on-premises environments.<br/><br/></p><p>- Architect and deploy security baselines, conditional access, identity protection, MFA, DLP, and insider risk solutions.<br/><br/></p><p>- Ensure the security of Windows Server environments and Active Directory infrastructure.<br/><br/></p><p>- Lead cybersecurity initiatives to ensure compliance with standards like GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO 27001.<br/><br/>Technical Operations & Project Leadership :<br/><br/></p><p>- Architect robust backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans for all critical systems (cloud and on-prem).<br/><br/></p><p>- Oversee the lifecycle of IT projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.<br/><br/></p><p>- Mentor and guide IT team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence across both Wintel and cloud disciplines.<br/><br/></p><p>- Manage vendor relationships and oversee enterprise data governance frameworks.<br/><br/><b>Key Technical Skills & Expertise :</b><br/><br/>- Cloud Platforms : Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Intune), Azure AD, Azure IaaS/PaaS.
Familiarity with AWS and Google Cloud.<br/><br/></p><p>- Wintel & Server Administration : Deep expertise in Windows Server (2012 to 2025).<br/><br/></p><p>- Strong skills in Wintel administration, server hardening, and performance optimization.<br/><br/></p><p>- On-Premises Infrastructure : Design, implementation, and management of Active Directory, ADFS, DNS, and DHCP services.<br/><br/></p><p>- Virtualization : Hands-on experience with Hyper-V and VMware (ESXi, vCenter).<br/><br/></p><p>- Modern Infrastructure : Knowledge of Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) solutions.<br/><br/></p><p>- Security & Identity : Zero Trust Security models, Microsoft Defender (Office 365 & Endpoint), Azure Sentinel, and Identity & Access Management.<br/><br/></p><p>- Scripting & Automation : PowerShell, Power Automate, and API integrations.<br/><br/><b>Qualifications :</b><br/><br/>- Bachelors degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.<br/><br/></p><p>- 12 to 16 years of progressive IT experience, with a strong focus on both enterprise on-premises infrastructure and modern cloud architecture.<br/><br/></p><p>Relevant Certifications (Preferred) :<br/><br/></p><p>- Cloud : Microsoft Certified : Enterprise Administrator Expert, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, M365 Security Administrator.<br/><br/></p><p>- On-Premises : Microsoft Certified : Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate or legacy certifications (MCSE : Core Infrastructure, MCSA : Windows Server).<br/><br/></p><p>- Other : ITIL, CISSP, CISM, VMware VCP (added advantage).</p><br/></p> (ref:hirist.tech)