Responsible for the Microsoft Infrastructure Platform including the physical, VCentre and Cloud systems by performing the following;

• Control of the Windows systems on day-to-day basis
• Manage and maintain the VMware infrastructure
• Build and install computer infrastructure
• Configure the servers
• Perform System Administration
• Perform Backup & Recovery
• Provide Technical Support
• Conduct Testing and Deployment of new components
• Patch servers to fix vulnerabilities
• Ensure all servers meets the agreed cyber security baseline (CSB) requirements

Key Accountabilities And Decision Ownership

• Installation, upgrade and maintenance of all windows operating system, services and 3rd party products
• Install hardware and software upgrades according to established specifications
• Performs performance monitoring, regular back-up and ensures others comply with back-up procedures
• Adds and deletes users, user directories, passwords and applications as needed
• Executes recovery procedures according to established guidelines
• Analyses and resolves problems on a local level in an accurate and timely manner; escalates problem to appropriate personnel
• Answers calls from local administrators and/or users in a timely manner
• Schedules and/or performs maintenance on components as needed
• Implement security policies and administer security rules
• Provide system accounting reports for CPU usage, disk, IO
• Carry out Windows based projects from installation, implementation through to completion of project and making it a production system
• Implement monitoring tools
• Provide system documentation and operational procedure book
• Knowledgeable of spam filtering and antivirus appliances or software and spy ware controls.
• Administration and monitoring of Active Directory and serves as a Domain Administrator.
• Research problems, resolves issues, provides root cause analysis, documents findings, and takes corrective action as required

Core Competencies, Knowledge And Experience

• Exceptional track record in the configuration, management of Microsoft Infrastructure Platform including the physical, VCentre and Cloud systems
• Hardening and patching of windows operating systems
• Understanding and proven capability of working within an environment of rapid operational and cultural change
• Must have working knowledge in virtualization and cloud computing
• Strong problem diagnosing and troubleshooting skills
• Support greater use of automation of all key activities

Must Have Technical And Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, Diploma in information systems,
• MCITP,MCSE or related field preferred
• 4 or more years of Microsoft administration
• 2+ years’ experience with Antivirus administration and Support
• 2+ years’ experience with Virtual Servers, VMWARE, Windows Terminal Server Management and Security and Server Configuration

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.