IT Operations Specialist
Siemens
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Dear Aspirant!
We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We’re looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you’d make a great addition to our vibrant international team.
We are looking for: IT Operations Specialist,
You’ll make an impact by:
- Infrastructure & Systems Management: Manage and maintain Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Domain Controllers, DNS, and DHCP services.
- Administer Office 365 environments and handle user access, permissions, and configuration.
- Manage cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Microsoft Azure for infrastructure and service delivery.
- Oversee and maintain Okta Single Sign-On (SSO) implementations to ensure secure user authentication and access.
- Network Administration & Security: Configure and manage network devices within the Cisco Meraki ecosystem, including switches, Wi-Fi access points, and the Meraki Dashboard.
- Administer Palo Alto firewalls and maintain network security policies to protect organizational assets.
- Apply networking fundamentals such as TCP/IP, VLANs, and routing protocols to ensure optimal network performance and connectivity.
- Project Management & Migration: Lead or participate in IT infrastructure projects, including platform migrations and upgrades.
- Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets while ensuring resources are effectively allocated.
- Manage change requests and implement process improvements to enhance IT operations.
- Document project workflows, configurations, and operational procedures.
- Asset & Inventory Management: Manage the full IT asset lifecycle, including procurement, inventory tracking, and disposal.
- Maintain accurate records of hardware, software, and SaaS subscriptions.
- Coordinate vendor relationships and procurement processes to ensure timely acquisition of IT resources.
- Collaboration Tools & Documentation: Apply atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Jira Service Management) for ticketing, documentation, and workflow management.
- Create, update, and maintain comprehensive use documentation, knowledge bases, and operational manuals.
- Ensure smooth incident, problem, and change management processes through effective ticketing system usage.
- Soft Skills & Leadership: Demonstrate excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
- Communicate effectively with technical teams, partners, and executive leadership.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members.
- Manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments and drive timely resolution of issues.
- Engage with partners to align IT operations with business needs and strategic objectives.
- Compliance & Continuous Learning: Stay updated with industry certifications and standard processes (e.g., Microsoft Azure, AWS, Cisco Meraki, ITIL).
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, security standards, and regulatory requirements.
Use your skills to move the world forward!
- Infrastructure & Systems Management
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field
- Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience with Windows Server environments
- Expertise in managing Active Directory, Domain Controllers, DNS & DHCP services
- Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, and Microsoft Azure)
- Experience with Office 365 administration and management
- Ability in managing Okta SSO implementations
- Network Administration & Security:
- Experience with Cisco Meraki ecosystem (Dashboard, Switches, Wi-Fi APs)
- Hands-on experience configuring and managing Palo Alto firewalls
- Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols)
- Project Management & Migration:
- Understanding of IT infrastructure projects
- Experience in platform migration projects and change management
- Ability to create and maintain project timelines, resource allocation, and budgets
- Strong documentation and process improvement skills
- Asset & Inventory Management:
- Experience with IT asset lifecycle management & maintaining IT asset inventory records
- Knowledge of procurement processes, SaaS subscriptions and vendor management•
- Collaboration Tools & Documentation:
- Experience with Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence, JSM etc.)
- Strong knowledge of ticketing systems and workflow management
- Ability to create and maintain use documentation.
- Education & Certifications:
- Relevant certifications such as:
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- Cisco Meraki Network Associate
- ITIL Foundation certification
- CompTIA Network+ or Security+
- Soft Skills & Leadership
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, good communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Team leadership and mentoring experience.
- Ability to work in fast-paced environments and handle multiple priorities
- Experience in partners management and executive communications.
Create a better #TomorrowWithUs!
This role is based in Chennai, where you’ll get the chance to work with teams impacting entire cities, countries - and the shape of things to come.
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