Job Information
S&P Global Sr. Windows and Azure Engineer in Hyderabad, India
About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
11
The Team: You will be part of a world class Product Services & Engineering team architecting various solutions for business requirements within different product offerings of S&P Dow Jones, used by tens of thousands of users globally. The team is responsible for ensuring cloud solutions that deliver Greater Reliability & Resilience, High Performance, High Availability and Scalability.
The Impact: You will utilize your technical knowledge and analytical skills in architecting and optimizing cloud infrastructure, standardizing technology stack for cloud & data centers, implementing cloud service catalog and service governance solutions, and driving implementation of our cloud first strategy and cloud adoption in partnership with development & business stakeholders.
What’s in it for you: You will have the opportunity to work on the enhancements to the existing index calculation system as well as implement new methodologies as required.
You will be part of a talented team of engineers in our Solutions Engineering team that demonstrate superb technical competency, delivering mission critical infrastructure and ensuring the highest levels of availability, performance and security. We are seeking a highly experienced Windows and Azure Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Windows Operating systems, cloud computing, specifically with Microsoft Azure, and will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing our Azure-based systems and infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments, including Windows Server 2019 and 2022. This includes managing Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and other core Windows services.
Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise. Implement performance tuning as necessary to ensure system reliability and uptime.
Implement and manage security policies and procedures to ensure the integrity and safety of the company's data and IT infrastructure. This includes managing firewalls, antivirus systems, and intrusion detection systems.
Develop and implement Azure infrastructure and services for hosting large-scale applications. This includes but is not limited to Azure Compute, Azure Storage, and Azure SQL.
Lead efforts to migrate existing on-premises applications to the Azure cloud. This includes re-architecting applications to leverage Azure-native services.
Monitor and manage Azure resources to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Implement automation for routine monitoring and maintenance tasks.
Ensure all Azure deployments meet the company's security and compliance requirements. This includes implementing Azure Security Center, Azure Policy, and other security and governance tools.
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior team members. Stay current with Windows Server and Azure updates and new features, and lead the adoption of these technologies within the organization.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or Engineering is required, or in lieu, a demonstrated equivalence in work experience
10+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience with Windows Server administration.
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or similar certification is highly desirable.
Strong skills in Windows Server management, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and other core Windows services. Azure IaaS and PaaS services, Azure CLI and PowerShell scripting, Azure DevOps, and Azure Security.
Deep understanding of cloud computing technologies, business drivers, and emerging computing trends.
Deep understanding of IT infrastructure, networking, and security best practices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Able to work in a diverse team
Required Skills & Experience :
Strong skills in Windows Server management, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and other core Windows services.
Familiarity with Azure and other cloud platforms.
Proficiency in managing security policies and procedures, including firewalls, antivirus systems, and intrusion detection systems.
Experience with backup and recovery procedures.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Extensive problem solving and debugging skills
Experience in providing services to agreed SLA’s and OLA’s.
Experience with OS/Server Patching and experience in troubleshooting & supporting applications running on Windows.
Experienced in Problem and Incident Management supporting a large corporation.
Experience with working in an ITIL framework
Experience with monitoring platforms and configuration management systems
Deploy systems monitoring and reporting solutions.
Respond to critical production issues and provide immediate workarounds to maintain business continuity.
About S&P Global Dow Jones Indic e s
At S&P Dow Jones Indices, we provide iconic and innovative index solutions backed by unparalleled expertise across the asset-class spectrum. By bringing transparency to the global capital markets, we empower investors everywhere to make decisions with conviction. We’re the largest global resource for index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the S&P 500® and the Dow Jones Industrial Average®. More assets are invested in products based upon our indices than any other index provider in the world. With over USD 7.4 trillion in passively managed assets linked to our indices and over USD 11.3 trillion benchmarked to our indices, our solutions are widely considered indispensable in tracking market performance, evaluating portfolios and developing investment strategies.
S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/spdji .
What’s In It For You?
Our Purpose:
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
Our People:
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.
IFTECH202.2 - Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group)
Job ID: 301114
Posted On: 2024-05-22
Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India