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# Windows Administrator

- **Company:** Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation
- **Location:** Cincinnati, OH, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Software Documentation, Disaster Recovery, Monitoring of Systems, Windows Servers, Performance Tuning, Virtualization Technology, Software Vulnerability Management, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Patch Management, User Accounts
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3365504098&tx=IT8982TYD&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Experience administering Microsoft Windows Server operating systems.
 * Working knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, and Windows-based infrastructure services.
 * Experience with system monitoring, patch management, and troubleshooting.
 * Familiarity with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery practices.
 * Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
 * Ability to work effectively with cross-functional infrastructure and support teams.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience in enterprise or regulated IT environments.
 * Exposure to security best practices for Windows systems.
 * Familiarity with virtualization platforms and infrastructure automation tools.
 * Relevant Microsoft or infrastructure certifications., US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a US DoD security clearance is required. All work must take place within the US. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

## Description

The Windows Administrator is responsible for administering, maintaining, and supporting Microsoft Windows server environments. This role ensures the availability, performance, security, and reliability of Windows-based infrastructure while supporting operational requirements, patching, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives., * Administer and support Windows Server environments, including installation, configuration, and maintenance.

 * Perform system monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity planning for Windows infrastructure.
 * Manage Active Directory services, including user accounts, group policies, and access controls.
 * Support patching, updates, and vulnerability remediation for Windows systems.
 * Troubleshoot and resolve system, application, and performance issues.
 * Implement and maintain backup and recovery processes to support business continuity.
 * Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to support enterprise initiatives.
 * Maintain system documentation, procedures, and operational runbooks.
 * Support audit and compliance activities by providing technical evidence and documentation.
 * Participate in after-hours or on-call support as required for critical incidents or maintenance activities.


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