Senior Server Administrator Abu Dhabi

A reputable hospitality organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Senior Server Administrator to join its IT Infrastructure team This role is responsible for managing and maintaining the organization s Microsoft server environment ensuring high availability security and optimal performance of critical business systems The successful candidate will have extensive experience in Microsoft server administration Active Directory and Microsoft Dynamics with the ability to support enterpriselevel infrastructure and business applications Key ResponsibilitiesAdminister maintain and optimize the organization s Microsoft server infrastructure Manage Active Directory including user accounts group policies organizational units and security permissions Support and maintain Microsoft Dynamics and related Microsoft business applications Monitor server performance system availability and infrastructure health to ensure uninterrupted business operations Perform server installation configuration upgrades patch management and system migrations Manage virtualization environments and storage solutions where applicable Implement and maintain backup disaster recovery and business continuity strategies Troubleshoot and resolve server network and infrastructure issues in a timely manner Ensure systems comply with security policies regulatory requirements and industry best practices Collaborate with internal IT teams and external vendors to deliver infrastructure projects and technology improvements Prepare and maintain technical documentation system configurations and operational procedures Participate in infrastructure upgrades technology refresh initiatives and digital transformation projects RequirementsBachelor s degree in Information Technology Computer Science or a related field Minimum 5 years of experience in Microsoft server administration within an enterprise environment Extensive handson experience with Windows Server AdministrationActive DirectoryGroup Policy GPO DNS DHCP and Microsoft networking servicesMicrosoft Dynamics administration and supportStrong knowledge of Microsoft infrastructure technologies and enterprise server environments Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or HyperV is highly desirable Familiarity with Microsoft administration Azure services and hybrid environments is an advantage Knowledge of backup disaster recovery and business continuity planning Excellent troubleshooting analytical and problemsolving skills Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams Preferred CertificationsCandidates with one or more of the following certifications will be highly regarded Microsoft Certified Windows Server Hybrid Administrator AssociateMicrosoft Certified Azure Administrator AssociateMicrosoft Certified Dynamics Fundamentals or related certificationsMicrosoft Certified Solutions Expert MCSE legacy VMware Certified Professional VCP ITIL FoundationTo view other vacancies we have please check our website www blackpearlconsult com and follow us on our social media accounts LinkedIn InstagramFollow the Black Pearl channel on WhatsApp Disclaimer Black Pearl will never ask for money or any form of charge our candidates just to process or consider their application for any of our available vacancies If you happen to receive such a request from any members of our staff or other individuals claiming to be part of Black Pearl please do call our office at 55 03 or drop us a message on our website www blackpearlconsult com Skills Candidates with one or more of the following certifications will be highly regarded Microsoft Certified Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate Microsoft Certified Dynamics Fundamentals or related certifications Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert MCSE legacy VMware Certified Professional VCP ITIL Foundation