Security System Engineer

Company Name: ALGYR TECHNOLOGY Employment Type: Full Time Monthly Salary: 6,000 - 7,999 AED Minimum Work Experience: 2-5 Years Minimum Education Level: High-School / Secondary Listed By: Employer Company Size: 51-200 Employees Career Level: Mid-level Description: Hello Candidate, Please send your cv to HR @ Gyrtechnology.com with following details without this CV's won't be considered. 1. Current Location 2. Skype/Phone Number 3. Matching to CV : 10/20/100% 4. Current Salary : 5. Expected Salary: 6. Notice Period: Microsoft Active Directory Administrator The Windows Systems Engineer III – Active Directory under general direction from the department GYR and senior engineers will assist in the planning, design, implementation, and support of Windows Server and/or desktop platforms. This team member is responsible primarily for the assessment and optimization of server and/or desktop platforms through review and assessment of user needs in their area of specialty JOB DUTIES Provide internal and external customers with excellent customer service while striving to provide world-class service. Effectively communicates current status of all projects, problems, and issues to the department GYR. Proactively identifies opportunities for improvements to existing processes and for automation of time consuming tasks. Plan, prioritize, and provide vision and schedules for assigned software and / or hardware changes. Attend departmental, project and general meetings and effectively represent current status as appropriate. Execute operational support of corporate, branch and service center operations and all associated server hardware and software. Ensure that all servers are running at optimal capacity. Study and analyze the performance and capacities of the systems and peripheral equipment/systems and prepare plans for future expansion and upgrades. Participate in company provided training and perform independent training as appropriate. Resolve incident management tickets as they arise and ensure timely resolution. Provide technical support for projects as directed Manage Microsoft Server and Active Directory 2008/2012 infrastructure for the Enterprise. Lead the design, implementation and support of a highly available directory infrastructure platform. Define and evangelize enterprise policies, standards and position statements for new and existing AD related technologies. Provide 3rd level support for Microsoft Server and Active Directory for end users, application and administration teams. The candidate must be comfortable in addressing critical incidents. The candidate must be willing to accommodate weekend, shift or on-call schedules when necessary. Configure failover cluster in Windows Server 2008 and in Windows Server 2012 environments Provides systems metrics, root cause analysis and proactive monitoring and communicates any performance degradation to management. Perform critical system changes after business hours. Adhere to all company authored policy, procedure and standards documents. Author policy, procedure and standards documents based on industry best practices and personal research and experience. Collaborate with the department GYR to develop and maintain professional network and business relationships with vendors, peer organizations, and other business contacts. Provide technical and operational support in designated technology areas. Assist the GYR with new technology research in order to stay abreast of the latest developments in ITS technology, trends, and knowledge, and legislation. Assist the GYR with making changes to server platform designs as needed. Assist the GYR in determining the direction and enhancement of the system to meet the needs of the organization. Identify and evaluate third party vendors, technology, or processes for integration with GM Financials technology and equipment. Perform selected product research as directed. Participate in an on-call support rotation for providing after-hours support. Perform other duties as assigned. REPORTING RELATIONSHIP Reports to: GYR Windows Server Operations Direct Reports: None Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge Expert level knowledge of Windows Clustering Design, Implement and troubleshoot complex Windows and Active Directory environments Advanced knowledge of Windows Server and Desktop operating systems. General knowledge of desktop and server virtualization technologies. Expert knowledge in Active Directory (Windows 2003 thru Windows 2012), DNS, OU design and management, AD Site design, Group Policy, AD security, AD certificate services, LDAP, Kerberos, Global Catalog, WINS, DHCP, DFS, FRS, AD troubleshooting, and AD recovery. Advanced Identity Management and ADFS Exposure General knowledge of cross platform integration. Skills Possess critical thinking and analytical skills with an ability to evaluate complex problems and issues quickly and accurately in order to recommend or take the most appropriate course of action. Ability to approach problems with an open-mind and create new and innovative ideas and methods. Ability to think strategically and perform risk analysis. Ability to balance priorities in order to meet multiple requirements and deadlines while ensuring priority objectives receive proper emphasis. Ability to accept change and adapt to organizational change and shifting priorities. Effective time management and prioritization skills. Able to think and react positively and professionally when faced with obstacles. Ability to communicate quickly, clearly, concisely, appropriately, and intelligently; must foster open communication, speak with impact, listen to others, and write effectively. Good interpersonal skills with an ability to work well with others in teams and collaborative work situations. Willingness and ability to build on others ideas. Experience Minimum 5 years of experience in information technology. Minimum 6 years of experience with advanced Active Directory Administration Minimum years of experience with windows clustering Minimum 2 years managing windows application servers Bachelor's degree preferred but not required. Current advanced job related certifications required. WORK CONDITION Normal office environment; may be stressful at times. There may be a requirement to occasionally work a flexible schedule with the possibility of working long hours