Windows Engineer

The primary purpose of this job is to perform Windows engineering specific activities and tasks associated with the replacement of Windows Server 2016 systems -or- in-place upgrade to Windows Server 2019/2022. This requires close collaboration with both Technical and non-technical applications owners, Server Ops, DBA, Network, and Security counterparts, and as well as other stakeholders.

• Senior level experience with Windows Server 2016 and above
• Senior level experience with the Windows Registry and SSL/TLS configurations
• Senior level experience with Windows Networking configurations
• Strong background with Active Directory, OUs, and Group Policies
• Strong background with Microsoft IIS
• Strong background with building servers and snapshots in VMware virtualized environments
• Strong background with building bare metal physical servers
• Strong background with scripting (VBS, Batch files, Windows Script Host, and PowerShell)
• Technical understanding of SCCM, Task Sequences, App & Package Deployments
• Technical understanding of VMware vCenter, and SAN Storage
• Technical understanding of Networking and Firewall concepts
• Technical understanding of Security agent exclusions and lists
• Technical understanding of Cybersecurity best practices and secure baselines
• Technical understanding of Change Management processes and procedures
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for both Technical and Non-Technical audiences
• Strong background using Outlook, Teams, SharePoint Online, OneNote, Excel, and Word.
• Work in a Team environment, but also on independent tasks w/ minimal supervision

Qualifications

• Microsoft MCSE, MCSA preferred.
• ITIL Foundation preferred.
• Other related professional certifications are a plus
• Associates or Bachelor s Degree in related field is preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, a combination of education and a minimum of six (6) years of related work experience is required that provides the necessary skills and knowledge to perform all the essential job functions.
• Demonstrated understanding of Network, Compute, Storage, Cloud and End-User technologies.
• Strong interpersonal, problem solving and multi-tasking skills desired.
• Familiarity with CIS Benchmark guidelines for Microsoft Windows OS
• Must be capable to provide solutions to identified systems issues.

Disclaimer
HCL is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to for investigation.

Compensation and Benefits
A candidate s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.