Senior Microsoft System Engineer (Enterprise Infrastructure)

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Zürich, CHE
In-Office
Senior level
Information Technology • Consulting • Pharmaceutical • Chemical
The Role
Lead administration, optimization and automation of enterprise Microsoft infrastructure. Manage Windows Server, Active Directory, Entra ID, ADFS/Okta, MECM and System Center. Build PowerShell automation, troubleshoot logs, apply patching and lifecycle management, follow ITIL processes, and support modernization projects for a 1,000+ user environment.
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About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Microsoft System Engineer to join a large-scale enterprise IT environment. You will play a key role in the administration, optimization, automation and continuous improvement of the Microsoft infrastructure while ensuring high availability, security and operational excellence.

This role requires strong technical expertise, a proactive mindset and the ability to operate within complex enterprise environments supporting more than 1,000 users.

Your Responsibilities
  • Administer, maintain and continuously improve enterprise Microsoft server environments.
  • Install, configure and manage Microsoft Windows Server infrastructure (Windows Server 2016 and newer).
  • Perform server patching, lifecycle management and infrastructure updates.
  • Manage and maintain Microsoft Active Directory, including users, groups, permissions and security policies.
  • Support and further develop enterprise identity and access management solutions.
  • Administer Microsoft Entra ID and hybrid identity environments.
  • Manage and operate ADFS and/or Okta authentication services.
  • Implement and integrate Microsoft System Center solutions, with a strong focus on Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM).
  • Develop, maintain and optimize PowerShell scripts and automation solutions to improve operational efficiency.
  • Analyse system, application and event logs to troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure issues.
  • Participate in infrastructure projects, platform improvements and technology upgrades.
  • Document system changes, operational procedures and technical implementations.
  • Work according to ITIL best practices, including Incident, Problem, Change and Service Request Management.
  • Contribute to the strategic evolution and modernization of the enterprise infrastructure.

RequirementsRequired QualificationsProfessional Experience
  • Several years of hands-on experience as a Microsoft System Engineer within complex enterprise environments.
  • Proven experience supporting enterprise infrastructures with more than 1,000 users.
  • Senior or Expert level with demonstrated technical leadership and deep infrastructure expertise.

Technical Skills
Microsoft Infrastructure
  • Strong expertise with Microsoft Windows Server 2016 or newer.
  • Excellent knowledge of enterprise server security best practices.
  • Extensive experience with server installation, configuration, patching and update management.
  • Advanced administration of Microsoft Active Directory.
  • Strong understanding of Microsoft’s Tiering Model (Tier 0, Tier 1 and Tier 2).
  • Experience with Microsoft Entra ID administration.
  • Experience administering ADFS and/or Okta environments.

Endpoint & Systems Management
  • Extensive experience with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM).
  • Experience with Microsoft System Center solutions.
  • Experience with Ansible is considered a strong advantage.

Identity & Access Management
  • Experience with enterprise Identity Management solutions.
  • Knowledge of Omada and Adaxes is highly desirable.

Automation
  • Strong PowerShell scripting skills.
  • Experience developing automation solutions for operational efficiency.

Operations
  • Experience analysing system logs, event logs and infrastructure troubleshooting.
  • Solid understanding of ITIL operational processes.
  • Experience documenting infrastructure changes and operational procedures.
  • Experience contributing to infrastructure improvements and modernization initiatives.
Qualifications
  • Relevant Microsoft certifications are highly desirable.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently in large enterprise environments.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • English language skills at B2/C1 level are considered an advantage.

Skills Required

  • Several years hands-on experience as a Microsoft System Engineer in complex enterprise environments
  • Proven experience supporting enterprise infrastructures with more than 1,000 users
  • Senior-level technical leadership and deep infrastructure expertise
  • Administration and management of Microsoft Windows Server (2016 or newer)
  • Advanced administration of Microsoft Active Directory (users, groups, permissions, security policies)
  • Administration of Microsoft Entra ID and hybrid identity environments
  • Administration of ADFS and/or Okta authentication services
  • Experience implementing and integrating Microsoft System Center solutions
  • Extensive experience with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM)
  • Strong PowerShell scripting and automation skills
  • Experience analysing system, application and event logs for troubleshooting
  • Experience with server patching, lifecycle management and infrastructure updates
  • Experience with enterprise identity and access management solutions
  • Knowledge of ITIL best practices (Incident, Problem, Change, Service Request Management)
  • Experience with Ansible
  • Knowledge of Omada and Adaxes
  • Relevant Microsoft certifications
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently in large enterprise environments
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • English language skills at B2/C1 level
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The Company
HQ: Sissach
66 Employees

What We Do

Avacone is a Swiss-based service provider specializing in IT infrastructure and pharmaceutical engineering, delivering specialized solutions for regulated and non-regulated environments in the pharmaceutical, chemical, and medical technology sectors.

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