Job Description

Job Title: Server Administrator (VMware / Backup / HA / Network)

Experience:

5-6 Years

Location:

Greater Noida

Department:

IT Infrastructure / Systems Administration

Reports To:

IT Manager / Infrastructure Head

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced

Server Administrator

with strong hands-on expertise in

VMware virtualization, backup management, high availability (HA), enterprise networking, and secure remote server environments

. The role is responsible for ensuring

maximum system uptime, data protection, cybersecurity compliance, and controlled access to organizational systems

.

The ideal candidate will manage a

centralized remote server infrastructure

where all company work and data are handled securely, ensuring employees access systems

only through remote servers

, with

no data download or sharing on local machines

, in line with internal IT and cybersecurity policies.

Key Responsibilities

Virtualization & Server Management

Administer and maintain

VMware vSphere / ESXi / vCenter

environments, including virtual machines, templates, clusters, and storage. Implement, monitor, and manage

High Availability (HA), vMotion, and DRS

configurations. Manage and maintain

server hardware

(Dell / HP / Lenovo), including provisioning, upgrades, and lifecycle management.

Remote Server & Data Security Operations

Design, implement, and manage

secure remote server setups

for all organizational work and data. Ensure all employees access applications and data

only through remote servers

(RDP / VDI / VPN / Secure Access solutions). Enforce

strict data security controls

to prevent: Local data downloads Data copying or sharing to local systems Unauthorized access or data leakage Implement and manage

user access controls, session monitoring, and privilege management

.

Backup, DR & Business Continuity

Oversee

backup and disaster recovery operations

using tools such as

Veeam, Acronis, or Commvault

. Plan, test, and maintain

DR strategies

to ensure business continuity. Monitor backup success, perform restoration testing, and maintain DR documentation.

Operating Systems & Monitoring

Administer

Windows Server (2016/2019/2022)

and/or

Linux (RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu)

systems. Perform

patch management, system hardening, security updates

, and performance optimization. Monitor system health using tools such as

Zabbix, Nagios, SolarWinds

, or similar.

Networking & Infrastructure

Ensure network reliability and security by managing: Firewalls, switches, VLANs, routing DNS, DHCP, VPN, IP addressing Collaborate with network teams to troubleshoot and optimize LAN/WAN environments. Manage

SAN/NAS/iSCSI storage environments

.

Cyber Security & Compliance

Support

office IT systems and cybersecurity compliance

initiatives. Implement security best practices including: Endpoint restrictions Network segmentation Access logging and auditing Compliance with internal IT and data security policies Participate in

incident response

, conduct

root-cause analysis

, and recommend preventive measures.

Documentation & Support

Maintain accurate

infrastructure documentation, SOPs, and configuration records

. Support audits, compliance checks, and internal IT reviews. Provide technical guidance and support to internal stakeholders as needed.

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong hands-on experience with

VMware vSphere / ESXi / vCenter

. Expertise in

Backup & Recovery solutions

(Veeam, Acronis, Commvault). Solid understanding of

HA, DR, clustering, and business continuity

concepts. Experience in

secure remote server environments and access control

. Good knowledge of

LAN/WAN, VLANs, firewalls, DNS, DHCP, VPN, IP routing

. Proficiency in

Windows Server

and/or

Linux system administration

. Familiarity with

SAN, NAS, and storage technologies

. Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and documentation skills. Good communication and coordination abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

VMware Certified Professional (VCP)

or equivalent certification.

Microsoft Certified: Windows Server / Azure Administrator

. Experience with

cloud platforms

(AWS / Azure / VMware Cloud). Exposure to

security monitoring and system monitoring tools

.

Education

Bachelor's degree in

Computer Science, Information Technology

, or a related field.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?30,000.00 - ?50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid sick time Provident Fund
Work Location: In person