The company is seeking a skilled Virtualization Specialist to join their Infrastructure Services team. The primary role involves designing, deploying, and managing virtualization environments as well as various infrastructure services, including End User Services across a range of technologies. Key responsibilities include:
- Designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise Windows Server platforms, including Active Directory, ADFS, GPOs, DNS, and DHCP, as well as leading VMware ESXi/vCenter or Hyper-V virtualization environments.
- Driving automation for patching, provisioning, monitoring, and compliance checks using tools such as PowerShell, Ansible, SCCM/WSUS, and PowerCLI.
- Optimizing resource utilization and leading disaster recovery exercises for virtual workloads while representing the Windows domain during disaster recovery tests.
- Implementing security baselines, managing vulnerability remediation, and ensuring compliance with standards.
- Overseeing integration of virtualization with storage and networking solutions and maintaining comprehensive documentation including CMDB integrity and runbooks.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Advanced experience with Windows Server (2016/2019/2022), Active Directory, ADFS, GPO, DNS, and DHCP.
- Deep expertise in VMware or Hyper-V, including virtual networking and storage mapping.
- Proficient in scripting and automation tools (PowerShell, Ansible, PowerCLI).
- Strong understanding of ITSM, compliance frameworks, and system hardening.
- Familiarity with hybrid environments.
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience in Windows Server and virtualization engineering.
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent Microsoft certification preferred; ITIL Foundation certification is a plus.
Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Language Requirements: Not specified.
