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Requirements
Must:
- Proven experience supporting VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) environments.
- Strong proficiency in Windows Server administration (2016/2019/2022).
- Expertise in virtualization technologies, including vSphere, vSAN, HCX and SDDC management.
- Solid understanding of networking concepts, storage solutions, and security principles.
- Experience with PowerShell and automation tools for system administration and management.
- Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to diagnose complex infrastructure issues.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Relevant certifications (such as VMware VCP, Microsoft MCSE, or equivalent) are highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Maintain VMware infrastructure to support business requirements.
- Assist with the migration of virtual machines from legacy VMware environments to new VCF infrastructure using HCX.
- Provide advanced support for Windows Server environments, including installation, configuration, patching, and troubleshooting.
- Monitor, analyze, and resolve performance issues across both virtual and physical server landscapes.
- Manage lifecycle operations within VCF, including upgrades, expansions, and integration with existing infrastructure.
- Implement and maintain backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions for virtualized and Windows Server environments.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure seamless integration of VCF with other enterprise systems and platforms.
- Document processes, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for operational transparency and knowledge sharing.
- Maintain compliance with security policies and industry best practices within both VMware and Windows Server domains.
- Participate in capacity planning, performance tuning, and resource optimization activities.
- Respond to and resolve escalated technical support requests, providing expert guidance and resolution.
- Plan, coordinate, and manage end-to-end VCF migration projects across enterprise environments.
- Assess existing infrastructure and create detailed project plans.
- Lead migration activities, including workload transition, data transfer, and post-migration validation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure minimal disruption and optimal outcomes during migration.
- Develop documentation, migration runbooks, and knowledge transfer materials for internal teams.
- Identify risks, propose mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with security and regulatory standards.
- Monitor project progress, manage timelines, and report status to senior management and stakeholders.
- Deliver technical training and support to team members regarding VCF best practices.
- Migrations will be running 24 x 7 so some shift and weekend work will be expected.
Description
We are a $13+ billion global technology company with over 224,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities in digital, engineering, cloud, and AI. We pride ourselves on maintaining a startup mindset, encouraging an idea-first attitude that has driven our accomplishments. We offer a supportive, diverse team with a vibrant culture, as well as the opportunity to take ownership of your role and engage in exciting projects. We focus on total wellbeing, allowing you to contribute to our CSR Council, Diversity Council, Women Connect, and more. This is a fixed-term contract position based in-person.
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