Proficiency in both Microsoft Windows Server Administration and Linux Administration (Red Hat, Ubuntu, SUSE) alongside experience with VMware vSphere and Hyper-V.
Solid grasp of TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP is crucial.
Demonstrated experience with major cloud providers such as Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS), including hybrid cloud environments.
Experience with Docker and especially Kubernetes is a significant advantage.
Hands-on experience with platforms like Dynatrace, Splunk, Datadog, or AWS CloudWatch to proactively manage and troubleshoot infrastructure.
Possess foundational to intermediate experience supporting z/OS environments, batch processing, and core mainframe infrastructure services.
Experience with tools such as ServiceNow or Jira Service Management, coupled with a deep understanding of Incident, Change, and Problem Management processes.
A solid background in SAN, NAS, enterprise storage, and implementing robust backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions is essential.
Supporting one or more key databases like Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL, along with knowledge of monitoring and performance, adds significant value.
Prior experience supporting critical infrastructure in financial services, healthcare, or other highly regulated sectors, especially within 24x7 operations, is a strong indicator of a candidate's ability to handle demanding environments.