Advanced knowledge of SCOM and SolarWinds monitoring tools, Experience with Hyper-V virtualization and Windows Server administration, pATCH Management, Certifications mentioned in JD (Must have)
Role Requirement
Work experience in IT Operations Centre (Mid to enterprise size environments).
Advanced knowledge with monitoring tools (SCOM Solarwinds).
Proficient in identifying, diagnosing, and resolving network and server issues.
Experience with ticketing systems (ServiceNow) to track and prioritise incidents.
Proficient in handling high-priority incidents (P1 and P2).
Expert knowledge with remote management and support protocols for data center operation.
Strong Knowledge in troubleshooting and maintaining Windows Server 2016, 2019 and 2021.
Proficiency in managing and patching Hyper-V hosts and Virtual Machines.
Experience in implementing security patches and updates to protect systems from potential threats.
Commitment to continuous learning and improvement in NOC operations.
The candidate should have a Continual Service Improvement (CSI) mindset.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with SME teams.
Strong in writing clear and concise professional business emails.
Thorough understanding of the ITIL-V4 framework.
Ability to stay calm under high pressure situations.
Willingness to work in shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays due to business requirements.
Roles and Responsibilities
Expertise in using monitoring tools (SCOM Solarwinds) to oversee server and network performance.
Delivering Level 2 support for server and network-related issues.
Take ownership of critical incidents, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
Participate in Major Incident Management (MIM) calls as and when required.
Analyze and prioritize alerts based on severity and impact.
Work closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from various IT teams to resolve complex issues.
Server management and support for Hyper-V VM-Ware, which includes server checkpoint creation and deletion, addition of RAM and CPU, and the integration of new data drives.
Join collaborative calls with other engineering teams to support and facilitate network and firewall changes.
Work with vendors for timely replacement of server hardware components.
Identify and resolve common OS problems, escalating complex issues to higher-level support when required.
Monitor and manage the health of the physical server estate.
Level 1 support for cloud platforms (Azure AWS), including software troubleshooting and installation.
Participate in scheduled maintenance activities and provide support during planned outages.
Escalation for critical issues through the On-call Process.
Communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors to resolve issues.
Perform patching for Hyper-V hosts on physical servers and manage the migration of virtual machines (VMs) from the host.
Create baselines following the release of Microsoft patches to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure.
Conduct patching of management hosts with minimal downtime, particularly focusing on System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM).
Tools and Technology
System Center Operations Manager (SCOM)
SolarWinds
CyberArk
BT Portal
Diamond IP
F5 Portals
StruxureWare
SAP Data Services Management Console
VMware vSphere
Hyper-V SCVMM
ServiceNow Global ServiceNow
OnSolve
ILO Amplifier
Storage tools (NetApp OnTap System Manager, On-command unified manager, Connected Backup Veritas NetBackup)
Microsoft Identity Management tool (MIM)
PuTTY
Data Centre access management portal
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field.
3-5 years of experience in a Network Operations Center or a similar technical support role
Technical Certifications (Must have)
ITIL V3 or V4 Foundation
CompTIA Network+
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Certified in core technologies such as Microsoft e.g. MCSA
Technical Certifications (Good to have)
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (Hyper -V)
AZ 900 Azure Fundamentals
AI 900 Azure AI fundamentals
Knowledge on ServiceNow
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Keyskills: Patch management Incident management HTTP Windows microsoft CCNA Information technology Virtualization Technical support Firewall
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