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Senior Windows & Cloud Security Engineer

India, Pune · Job Posted May 27, 2026
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We are seeking an experienced professional to lead and manage enterprise-scale Windows Server environments across on-premises and Microsoft Azure platforms. This role focuses on secure, compliant, and highly available Windows workloads, with deep expertise in Active Directory and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. The individual will act as an L3 escalation point, provide technical leadership, and work closely with security and cloud teams to ensure operational excellence aligned with Vodafone standards.

Job Responsibility

  • Own and operate large-scale Windows Server environments (2016/2019/2022), including design, build, hardening, patching, upgrades, and decommissioning
  • Lead server lifecycle management, performance tuning, capacity planning, and availability management
  • Act as an L3 escalation point for complex Windows Server, Active Directory, Azure, and endpoint security incidents
  • Own Microsoft Defender for Endpoint onboarding, health, policy management, and compliance reporting for Windows Servers
  • Partner with SOC and Cyber Security teams to maintain a strong security posture and support audits
  • Drive Windows security baseline implementation, vulnerability remediation, and risk analysis
  • Design, administer, and optimise Active Directory Domain Services, including GPOs, OU structures, and domain controller security
  • Lead administration of Windows Server workloads hosted on Microsoft Azure, including hybrid identity and migration activities
  • Develop and maintain automation using PowerShell to improve efficiency and standardisation
  • Mentor junior team members and contribute to high-quality documentation and SOPs

Requirements

  • 6–8+ years of hands-on expertise in enterprise environments
  • Strong in Active Directory (AD DS, GPO, DNS, DHCP) and hybrid identity models
  • Highly proficient with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint for server environments
  • Experienced in managing Windows workloads on Microsoft Azure (IaaS)
  • Comfortable with PowerShell scripting and automation
  • Security-first, compliance-driven, and able to communicate complex technical concepts clearly
  • Confident in taking ownership, mentoring others, and working collaboratively across teams

What we offer

  • Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale, business-critical platforms within a global organisation
  • Exposure to hybrid cloud architectures and advanced security practices
  • A collaborative environment that values learning, ownership, and continuous improvement
  • The chance to influence standards, automation, and operational excellence across platforms

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