AWS Windows Infra Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

Windows Server Administration

• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments in on-premises and AWS cloud environments.
• Manage Active Directory, DNS, Group Policies, file shares, and Windows updates/patching.
• Monitor server performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability and reliability of Windows workloads.

AWS Migration & Cloud Operations

• Plan, execute, and support migration of on-premises workloads to AWS using AWS Application Migration Service (MGN) and VM Import/Export.
• Deploy and manage EC2 instances, configure ALB (Application Load Balancers), and ensure seamless connectivity and load distribution.
• Implement EBS volumes and storage solutions for Windows workloads.
• Configure Auto Scaling groups to ensure application availability and cost optimization.
• Manage AWS networking components such as VPC, Route53, and security with IAM roles/policies.
• Implement monitoring and management via AWS Systems Manager (SSM) for patching, automation, and compliance.

Infrastructure as Code & Automation

• Create, maintain, and optimize Terraform scripts for provisioning Windows-based infrastructure on AWS.
• Automate deployment, scaling, and configuration tasks using AWS native tools and Terraform.
• Ensure infrastructure is version-controlled, modular, and reusable.

Security & Compliance

• Implement AWS security best practices including IAM policies, security groups, and network ACLs.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements for Windows workloads in the cloud.

Performance & Optimization

• Monitor workloads, optimize performance, and ensure cost-efficient cloud usage.
• Troubleshoot system and network issues to maintain high uptime and performance.
• Provide recommendations for enhancements, automation, and cloud adoption strategies.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in Windows Server administration (2012/2016/2019/2022).
• Hands-on experience migrating workloads to AWS using Application Migration Service (MGN) or VM Import/Export.
• Strong knowledge of AWS services: EC2, ALB, EBS, Auto Scaling, SSM, Route53, VPC, IAM.
• Proficiency in Terraform for infrastructure as code and automation.
• Good understanding of networking, security, and cloud architecture best practices.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.