Windows Systems Engineer

Overview

Caxton Associates is seeking a proactive Windows Systems Engineer to join its Bengaluru team, driving automation, security and efficiency across the IT infrastructure of a global trading and investment firm.

What you'll do

• Deploy and support Enterprise Windows Server 2019-2025 and Microsoft 365 solutions (Entra ID, Exchange, Intune, Teams, Conditional Access) to meet organizational needs and following best practices
• Manage and optimise the Windows server estate, focusing on on-prem infrastructure based on Nutanix AHV and also cloud infrastructure platforms (Azure / AWS)
• Perform system maintenance, such as applying patches and updates to ensure availability, optimal performance and security of IT infrastructure
• Monitor system performance and proactively identify and resolve issues
• Maintain detailed documentation of system setup, configuration, procedures and change
• Implement and manage security platforms including endpoint protection and patch management to protect data and shared IT infrastructure
• Manage backup solutions to ensure data recovery and resiliency
• Work as part of the Infrastructure and Systems Engineering team to plan and execute larger IT projects, such as system upgrades, migrations and deployments
• Take ownership of ongoing Windows-related projects, driving them forward and ensuring timely completion
• Keep up to date with the latest technologies, security vulnerabilities and industry best practices
• Ensure that systems and user activities comply with organizational policies and any relevant legal or regulatory frameworks
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues and outages

What you'll need

• 5-10 years of applied experience as a Windows Systems Engineer, including deployment, monitoring and support of secure Windows Servers running business-critical application platforms
• Proven experience as a Windows System Administrator or currently in a similar role
• Solid understanding of Active Directory Services (DNS/DHCP/FSMO/ADFS/SSO/ADCS/Group Policy)
• Solid understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, LAN/WAN
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to troubleshoot systems issues and applications in a logical and level-headed manner
• Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language
• Highly self-motivated and directed, with a keen attention to detail
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Displays and operates at the highest degree of ethics and integrity

Nice to have

• Previous experience working in Financial Services
• Scripting skills (e.g. PowerShell, Batch scripting) for automating routine tasks and deployments
• Good knowledge of AWS Infrastructure and Linux administration