Windows Server DevOps Engineer : Jersey City, NJ
Job Description
Job DescriptionTitle - Window Server Devops EngineerDuration : Contract Location - Jersey City, NJ
Skill Category
Skill
Description
Windows Server & AD
Windows Server Engineering
Design, deploy, manage
Active Directory (AD)
Multi-site/domain setup
AD Certificate Services / ADFS / AD RMS
Identity services
DNS/DHCP/IPAM
Network services mgmt
Automation & Scripting
PowerShell
Advanced scripting
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Use Packer, MDT
DevOps Practices – Secondary skill
CI/CD, automation
Cloud & Virtualization
VMware / Cisco UCS -
Virtual infra mgmt.
AWS / Azure Hybrid
Hybrid cloud setup
Monitoring & Tools
System Center (SCCM, SCOM)
Monitoring, patching
Orchestrator / MDT
Workflow automation
Varonis / Quest AD Tools
AD auditing tools
Platform Optimization
Performance Tuning & Capacity Planning
Optimize performance
High Availability & DR
HA & DR solutions
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Windows Server DevOps Engineer to lead the design, automation, and modernization of our global infrastructure. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with deep expertise in Windows Server technologies, Active Directory, and infrastructure automation. You will play a key role in shaping our infrastructure strategy, driving DevOps practices, and enabling scalable, secure, and efficient server deployments across on-premises and cloud environments.
Key Responsibilities
Infrastructure Architecture & Engineering
Lead the Windows Server platform strategy, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and security standards.
Design and implement scalable, secure Active Directory and DNS/DHCP solutions.
Develop and enforce infrastructure design standards, automation frameworks, and configuration baselines.
Architect and maintain hybrid infrastructure solutions across VMware and AWS.
Automation & DevOps Enablement
Build and maintain automated server provisioning pipelines using tools like PowerShell, Packer, and MDT.
Drive adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevOps practices across the Windows platform.
Automate SQL Server deployments and other infrastructure components to reduce manual effort and improve consistency.
Platform Strategy & Optimization
Lead capacity planning, performance tuning, and proactive monitoring initiatives.
Evaluate and integrate new tools and technologies to enhance platform capabilities.
Design and implement resilient disaster recovery and high-availability solutions.
Collaboration & Leadership
Partner with application teams to ensure infrastructure solutions meet business needs.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing across global teams.
Collaborate with security, compliance, and audit teams to ensure regulatory alignment.
Required Skills & Experience
8+ years of experience in Windows Server engineering and architecture.
8+ years of hands-on experience with Active Directory in multi-site/multi-domain environments.
Strong PowerShell scripting and automation skills.
Experience with System Center (SCCM, SCOM), MDT, and Orchestrator.
Deep knowledge of DNS/DHCP/IPAM (Infoblox, Microsoft, or similar).
Experience with AD Certificate Services, ADFS, AD RMS, and identity management.
Familiarity with hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure), virtualization (VMware, Cisco UCS) and physical servers.
Strong documentation and troubleshooting skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Packer, Varonis, and Quest AD tools.
Working knowledge of networking fundamentals (routing, switching, firewalls).
Exposure to Linux systems for identity integration.
Microsoft certifications (MCSE, MCM, MCA) preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.