We are seeking a highly skilled System & Microsoft Azure Cloud Engineer in Lahore with expertise across Windows Systems, VMware Virtualization, Backup & Recovery, and Microsoft Azure Cloud. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining hybrid IT infrastructure that ensures security, performance, high availability, and disaster recovery readiness.
Key Responsibilities
1) Windows System Administration
- Install, configure, and manage Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022).
- Administer Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policies, File/Print Services.
- Apply OS patching, security hardening, and performance tuning.
- Troubleshoot Windows-based system, hardware, and software issues.
2) VMware Administration
- Manage VMware vSphere/ESXi/vCenter infrastructure, including clusters, HA, and DRS.
- Perform VM provisioning, configuration, migration, and lifecycle management.
- Optimize performance, capacity planning, and resource utilization.
- Integrate VMware with storage and backup solutions.
3) Backup & Recovery
- Configure and maintain enterprise backup solutions
- Define and implement backup policies, retention strategies, and disaster recovery plans.
- Monitor and troubleshoot failed backups, ensuring RPO/RTO compliance.
- Conduct regular DR drills and maintain recovery documentation.
4) Azure Cloud Engineering
- Deploy and manage Azure Virtual Machines, Virtual Networks, VPNs, and ExpressRoute.
- Implement Azure Backup, Site Recovery, Monitoring, and Security.
- Automate deployments using ARM Templates, Bicep, or Terraform.
- Manage Azure AD, role-based access control (RBAC), and hybrid identity integrations.
- Ensure cost optimization, performance tuning, and compliance in cloud environments.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Strong experience in Windows Server OS & Active Directory administration.
- Hands-on with VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter management.
- Proven expertise in backup & recovery tools (Veeam, Commvault, Veritas, etc.).
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Azure services (IaaS, PaaS, Backup, DR, Networking).
- Scripting knowledge in PowerShell (Python is a plus).
- Good understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, VPN, Firewalls).
Preferred Certifications
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator (AZ-104) / Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305).
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP-DCV).
- Veeam VMCE / Commvault / Veritas Backup certification.
- Microsoft MCSA/MCSE in Windows Server.
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
- Excellent documentation, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong focus on security, compliance, and best practices.