Job Title: Systems Engineer (Windows & Automation)
Job Location: Malaysia
Experience - 6 to 9 years
Key Responsibilities
• System Administration: Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server (2019 and above) environments, ensuring high availability, security, and optimal performance.
• Automation & Scripting: Leverage PowerShell to automate repetitive tasks, manage system configurations, and streamline deployment workflows.
• Active Directory Management: Oversee Active Directory (AD) administration, including Group Policy Objects (GPOs), user access controls, and security permissions.
• Performance & Monitoring: Actively monitor system health, perform performance tuning, troubleshoot bottleneck issues, and ensure infrastructure reliability.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Manage, test, and execute robust backup and recovery operations to safeguard critical business data.
• Network Integration: Collaborate on network-related tasks involving DNS configuration, firewall rules, and load balancing setups.
• Cross-Platform Support: Assist with basic administration and troubleshooting in mixed environments, including Linux/Unix (and potentially legacy AIX) systems.
Mandatory Requirements (Must-Have)
• Operating Systems: Deep hands-on experience with Windows Server 2019 and above.
• Automation: Strong proficiency in PowerShell scripting for system administration and automation tasks.
• Core Infrastructure:
a. Proven experience managing Active Directory (AD, GPO, DNS).
b. Solid hands-on experience with server monitoring and performance tuning tools.
c. Demonstrated experience handling enterprise-level backup and recovery operations.
• Networking: Good foundational understanding of networking concepts, including DNS, firewalls, and load balancing.
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
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About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
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