VCentre & Cloud System Admin at Vodafone

Role Overview

Responsible for overseeing the Microsoft Infrastructure Platform, covering physical, VCentre, and Cloud systems. Daily tasks include:

• Control of Windows systems
• Management and maintenance of VMware infrastructure
• Building and installing computer infrastructure
• Configuration of servers
• System administration
• Backup and recovery
• Technical support
• Testing and deployment of new components
• Patching servers to fix vulnerabilities
• Ensuring servers meet cyber security baseline (CSB) requirements

Key Accountabilities and Decision Ownership

1. Installation, Upgrade, and Maintenance:
   • Install, upgrade, and maintain all Windows operating systems, services, and 3rd party products.
   • Perform hardware and software upgrades according to specifications.
2. Performance Monitoring and Backup:
   • Monitor performance and perform regular backups.
   • Execute recovery procedures and ensure compliance with backup procedures.
3. User Management and Security:
   • Add/delete users, user directories, passwords, and applications.
   • Implement security policies and administer security rules.
   • Provide system accounting reports and carry out Windows-based projects.
4. Administration and Monitoring:
   • Administer and monitor Active Directory, serving as a Domain Administrator.
   • Research and resolve issues, provide root cause analysis, and document findings.

Core Competencies, Knowledge, and Experience

• Configuration and Management:
  • Exceptional track record in configuring and managing the Microsoft Infrastructure Platform.
  • Hardening and patching of Windows operating systems.
  • Understanding of working in a rapidly changing operational and cultural environment.
• Technical Skills:
  • Working knowledge of virtualization and cloud computing.
  • Strong problem diagnosing and troubleshooting skills.
  • Support for the greater use of automation in key activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, or related field preferred.
  • MCITP, MCSE, or equivalent.
  • 4 or more years of Microsoft administration.
  • 2+ years’ experience in antivirus administration and support.
  • 2+ years’ experience with virtual servers, VMWARE, Windows Terminal Server Management, Security, and Server Configuration.