Microsoft Engineer - Datacenter Migration/Modernization

Job Description: 

Summary:

We are seeking a Microsoft Systems Engineer to design, deploy, and oversee Microsoft platform services required for the migration and modernization of DoW data centers in Europe. This role includes architecting and migrating Active Directory, DNS, Federation Services, and related security services that support mission-critical applications. The Microsoft Systems Engineer will coordinate closely with network and cybersecurity leads to ensure seamless service availability and security compliance during and after migration.

Core Role Responsibilities:

• Lead planning, design, and cutover strategies for Microsoft-based shared services.
• Ensure service availability, integrity, and security during migration events.
• Mentor and direct engineers supporting Microsoft technologies.
• Develop migration runbooks, validation plans, and contingency procedures.
• Coordinate with network and cybersecurity teams for service integration.
• Execute the installation, configuration and maintenance of servers including physical and virtual environments.
• Oversees the operation and maintenance of backup software at multiple sites across theatre.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to understand business needs and requirements and provide appropriate solutions.
• Monitors systems performance and troubleshoots moderate to complex issues to ensure high availability and reliability.
• Oversees the operation and maintenance of backup software at multiple sites across theatre.
• Conducts security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with organization policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage allocated storage to avoid incidents caused by lack of capacity.
• Manages and tests backup and recovery procedures to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Develops and maintains disaster recovery plans for critical systems and services.
• Participates in disaster recovery drills and business continuity planning as required by the government.
• Follow the backup and recovery plans to ensure there is no application performance degradation according to service-level agreements.
• ​Provides support to end users and other IT staff by resolving complex hardware, software and system related issues.
• Maintains detailed documentation of system configurations, procedures and changes.
• Creates reports on system performance, security incidents and other key metrics.
• Coordinates with other IT teams to ensure coordinated delivery of IT services.
• Provides recommendations for system improvements based on analysis and industry best practices.

Technical Knowledge & Leadership Responsibilities:

• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory architecture, deployment, and migration.
• Proficient with DNS, Federation Services, and authentication mechanisms.
• Skilled in backup/restore, disaster recovery, and high-availability configurations.
• Understanding of dependent application requirements and inter-service dependencies.
• Ability to apply DoW cybersecurity hardening standards to Microsoft environments.
• Proficient in using automation and scripting languages relevant to their technical domain (e.g., PowerShell for Microsoft systems, Python or REST API scripting, Bash/Python).
• Experience developing scripts or using automation frameworks to streamline configuration management, system provisioning, monitoring, and reporting in enterprise data center environments.
• Skilled in leveraging vendor-specific automation platforms and APIs (e.g. Microsoft Desired State Configuration (DSC) to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor Degree in Information Technology or related field

Minimum Experience:

Minimum 8+ years experience with Data Center Solutions, Data Center Engineering, and/or Data Center Migration.

Certifications: 

Recommended Professional Certifications: The candidate must possess one or more of the following certification in addition to maintaining DoW 8570 IAT Level II.

• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
• VMWare VCP/Data Center Virtualization (or higher – Advanced Professional or Design Expert)
• VMWare VCP/vSphere Foundations Administrator
• VMWare VCP/Cloud Foundation Administrator
• Microsoft Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ800/801)
• Microsoft Azure Administrator Associated (AZ-104)
• Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
• MCSA Server 2016*
• MCSE Core Infrastructure*

TESA Accreditation Requirements

A bachelor's degree plus 3 years of recent specialized experience,

OR; An associate's degree plus 7 years of recent specialized experience,

OR; A major certification (as defined and accepted by DOCPER) plus 7 years of recent specialized experience,

OR; 11 years of recent specialized experience

Location: On Customer Site
US Citizenship Required

Clearance: Secret

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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