Senior Windows Server Administrator

**Company Description**
Customized Energy Solutions (CES), a privately-held company, is a leading service provider of market intelligence and operational support services to companies participating in the retail and wholesale electric and natural gas markets. Utilizing deep know-how developed since the inception of the deregulated energy markets, CES provides accurate & timely analysis on regulatory changes, market opportunities, and operational efficiencies for electricity and natural gas commodities.

Customized Energy Solutions Ltd. has been recognized regionally and nationally for its impressive and sustained growth, including INC. 500 | 5000 and The Philadelphia Business Journal as a Top 100 Companies in Philadelphia, Hall of Fame for five or more consecutive years. It was ranked as one of the “Best Places to Work” by the Philadelphia Business Journal.

We started our India operations as Customized Energy Solutions India Pvt. Ltd in 2010 with offerings in the fields like Energy Trading, Renewable Energy Consultations, Emerging Technology leadership, serving C&I Consumers, etc. CES is uniquely placed in the market through its expertise drawn from US markets, Emerging Technology and experience in the Indian electricity markets. CESIPL is the trading licensee as approved by Hon’ble Central Electricity Regulatory Commission. CESIPL is registered on the Exchange platform to facilitate trading requirements of its clients in Physical and REC segments.

Our team of associates at CES is highly motivated, innovative, and passionate about providing excellent Services to our clients. We look for individuals interested in growing with our company, and working in an exciting, open and collegial work environment. Our main office is in Philadelphia, with satellite offices in various U.S. states, Canada, Japan and India.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Provide senior level Tier 2 and above technical infrastructure support services for issues elevated from the Helpdesk and other Technical Services groups. Diagnose and solve problems, availability interruptions, and other issues.
- Implement IT infrastructure projects with IT and client team members. Communicate with team to keep them apprised of status and issues.
- Create/update documentation, including project plans, installation procedures, and troubleshooting tips. Create diagrams, including technical topology diagrams.
- Manage and maintain backup and restore solutions, ensuring data integrity and disaster recovery readiness.
- Support patch management processes to keep all servers up to date with the latest security patches and updates.
- Set up and manage file sharing services, permissions, and access control lists (ACLs) to ensure efficient data storage and access for users.
- Test and evaluate IT vendor products.
- Support remote access and administration of servers, including remote desktop services, remote installation, scripting, management solutions.
- Implement security best practices and compliance policies to protect server infrastructure and sensitive data.
- Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support and emergencies. Share 24/7 operational support, troubleshoot server-related issues, and perform routine maintenance tasks such as patching and updates.

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (with equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Windows Server Administrator in a multi-site (hybrid cloud), enterprise environment.
- In-depth, advanced knowledge of Windows Server operating systems (Windows Server 2016, 2019, etc.).
- In-depth, advanced knowledge of Internet Information Services (IIS) administration and web server technologies.
- In-depth, advanced knowledge and experience with common system services (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Firewall)
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
- Scripting & Automation of Administrative Tasks
- Proficiency in VMware virtualization technologies.
- Familiarity with remote management tools and protocols (e.g., PowerShell, RDP).
- Strong understanding of backup and restore solutions (e.g., Veeam, Commvault, Backup Exec).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Industry certifications such as MCSE, VCP, or equivalent are a plus.

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Windows Server Administrator looking to take on a challenging role in a dynamic organization, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and skills. We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to our team.
**Additional Information**
Salary commensurate with experience and performance. First rate benefits package.

Customized Energy Solutions provides equal employment opportunities t