Server Engineer II

at  Concentrix

Job Title:
Server Engineer II
Job Description
We are searching for an experienced Windows, Active Directory Server, and Scripting Engineer. This is a work-at-home. This critical role necessitates working independently and as part of a team. We seek a self-starter who is a critical thinker and problem solver, as these qualities are crucial for the role. This person will be responsible for various tasks and duties related to day-to-day activities, problem and issue resolution, and projects. Day-to-day activities may include scripting and coding, setting up and maintaining physical and virtual servers, creating and modifying GPOS and OUs, creating and modifying DHCP scopes and options, supporting a virtual environment, DNS, and developing and maintaining documentation. The engineer will support a large environment of Windows Servers, PowerShell scripts, multiple Windows Domains, tools, and applications. The role involves researching, analyzing, and effectively resolving problems to meet established performance metrics for the Windows platform in a timely manner to support the business. You will collaborate with team members, software vendors, and other technical staff to develop, design, implement, and continuously improve systems.
We are looking for a candidate who understands the dynamic nature of IT and is ready to adapt to change. This role offers an excellent opportunity for growth and learning, providing a stimulating personal and professional development environment. The successful candidate should be able to support on- and off-site users in a call center or business center regarding Windows Server, DHCP, DNS, storage, and associated application support. As the need arises, the candidate may be required to work at multiple sites.
The role will require some On-Call availability and occasional work during non-business hours and on weekends. Flexibility in work timing and being available on call for remote engineers when needed are not just additional responsibilities but critical aspects of this role.

MANDATORY SKILLS

• Good communication
• PowerShell Scripting
• Microsoft PowerAutomate
• Server Hardware and Windows OS, AD, DNS, DHCP
• Active directory: configured and maintained Active directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy
• Installed, Configured, maintained, and have done troubleshooting of Windows Server operating systems
• VDIs
• Added and removed Windows server features and roles such as Terminal servers (RDS), DNS, DHCP, etc.
• Done troubleshooting using Performance Monitor or any other tools, Event Viewer and Task Manager
• Server OS Installation
• Hardware: Installed, Configured, maintained, and troubleshoot server hardware from any one vendor (IBM, HP, UCS, Nutanix, and Dell Hardware)
• OS Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022
• Good Knowledge of Server Compliance.
• Understanding of VA gaps and remediation
• Virtualization platforms such as VM Ware and HyperV

As a Server Engineer II, you will provide technical support, configurations, setup, and troubleshooting for a broad range of Windows servers, the active directory environment, and related technologies. You must have experience in these areas and the ability to work independently and effectively. This role strongly emphasizes team collaboration, where your contributions will be valued and integral to the team’s success. You will be tasked with creating and maintaining complex Powershell scripts. You will maintain documented procedures for Windows Infrastructure and collaborate with team members, software vendors, and other technical staff to develop, design, implement, and continuously improve systems.
The role may require On-Call availability and working during non-business hours and on weekends. Flexibility in work timing and being available on call for remote engineers when needed are critical aspects of this role.
Education / Knowledge:
Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college, technical school, or equivalent experience and training.
Certification in MCSA, MCSE, VMware, ITIL, or similar certification(s) would be considered an asset.
Experience / Skill:

Windows and Active Directory Server Engineer and all related technologies

• 5+ years’ server experience.
• Windows Server Operating System Build Configuration and Troubleshooting
• Group Policy Creation, Editing, and Troubleshooting
• Powershell Scripting
• AD Sites and Services
• Excellent communication skills
• Troubleshooting
• Technical Documentation
• Active Directory
• Ability to implement and assist in developing standards
• Windows Power Shell Scripting
• Visual Studio / dot net
• Server Build and Configuration. Knowledge of RAID.