Windows and Linux Compliance SME

EY

7–8 yrs Kochi Full Time Hybrid (office + remote)
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Posted : yesterday
Actively hiring

Job description

Advance your career at EY, a global leader dedicated to building a better working world. We empower you to reach your full potential through unparalleled scale, support, and an inclusive culture.

This role focuses on maintaining the compliance and security of our extensive on-premises Microsoft Windows Server infrastructure. You will leverage deep technical expertise to ensure our servers are secure, supported, and consistently configured, mitigating risks and ensuring audit readiness. Join a team that values your unique perspective and contributes to innovative solutions for complex global challenges.

Responsibilities

Take ownership of Windows Server compliance across a global enterprise estate, managing over 10,000 servers. Monitor and assess Microsoft security advisories, vulnerabilities, and vendor notifications to identify and prioritize risks.

Engineer and coordinate large-scale remediation efforts for security vulnerabilities and configuration changes using tools like Microsoft Configuration Manager and PowerShell. Design, implement, and maintain Group Policy Objects and security configurations.

Maintain visibility of compliance status across physical and virtual Windows servers. Support secure account and access management, and perform security analysis for system hardening. Coordinate cross-platform dependencies with Linux teams for integrated compliance solutions. Prepare detailed implementation plans, track remediation actions, and maintain accurate compliance records. Identify opportunities for automation and standardization in compliance processes.

Qualifications

We seek a seasoned professional with advanced, hands-on administration and compliance experience with Microsoft Windows Server (2019, 2022, 2025) in large-scale production environments. Expert knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, and privileged access controls is essential.

Demonstrated experience in assessing security risks, remediating vulnerabilities, and applying security baselines is required. Strong scripting and automation capabilities in PowerShell and WMI are crucial, with Ansible experience being a must. Proficiency with Microsoft Configuration Manager for enterprise-level deployments is expected.

Familiarity with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, Nutanix AHV), hybrid-cloud management (Azure), and working knowledge of Linux administration and Ansible Automation Platform are beneficial. A strong understanding of ITIL, Agile, and DevOps practices is important. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are necessary to collaborate effectively across global teams.

Essential Skills

Windows ServerActive DirectoryGroup PolicyPowerShellMicrosoft Configuration ManagerVulnerability ManagementComplianceITIL

Good to Have

LinuxAnsiblePythonAzureAWSVMwareNutanixHyper-VRed Hat SatelliteServiceNowPower BIDell OpenManage EnterpriseCISSPMCSAMCSE

Highlights

  • Actively hiring

More Details

RoleWindows and Linux Compliance SME
IndustryManagement Consulting, Financial Services, Accounting
DepartmentInformation Technology, Information Security
Employment TypeFull Time, Hybrid (office + remote)

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