Role/Title: - Virtualization Administrator
Hybrid, Des Moines , Iowa
Agency Interview Type: eitherWeb Cam or In Person Interview
General Description
The Virtualization Administrator will provide support to Virtual Infrastructure and other Infrastructure Systems for Iowa Workforce Development.
Job Description
The position requires someone that is detail oriented with a strong desire to provide exceptional service. The position requires the contractor to be onsite 2 days/week. Preference will be given to local candidates.
The ideal candidate will perform a variety of assignments associated with VMWare systems including but not limited to Horizon, NetApp and Windows Systems administration. The Virtualization Administrator will be responsible for the design, administration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance of VMware systems, hosting hardware, storage infrastructure and Microsoft Windows servers. This position requires the ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written correspondence) in a professional and courteous manner with technical and non-technical personnel. NOTE: Will be required to be accessible 24x7 in case of emergency
RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESXi scripting and automation in support in server commissioning and maintenance
Diagnostic of and troubleshooting common guest / host issues
Monitor resources usage, making required adjustments for host / guest issues
Virtual machine creation, cloning, and configuration
VMware cluster configuration
VMware Horizon maintenance and support
Maintain network security by managing host security, file permissions, file system integrity, and adding and deleting users
Virtual Center administration and troubleshooting
Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration
Excellent oral and written communication skills; including documentation
Develops and maintains appropriate system documentation to ensure that documentation is current and accurate.
Maintain high level of proficiency in all VMware and Microsoft technologies
Assist with user access and group polices configuration and deployment
Serves as a backup to Windows and Virtualization Engineer staff
Administer NetApp storage solutions as needed
Build, Deploy, and Update Horizon Parent Images for Desktops and Applications
REQUIRED/DESIRED SKILLS:
Managing and implementing projects with Windows System Administrator and Active Directory [REQUIRED 5 years]
Implementing projects requiring VMware experience, including vSphere and administration of VMware clusters [REQUIRED 5 years]
Experience with enterprise-level virtualization, designing, implementing and maintaining VMware ESXi servers and clusters [REQUIRED 5 years]
Previous experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure [REQUIRED 3 years]
Experience troubleshooting system level problems including server failure and OS tuning [REQUIRED 3 years]
Strong knowledge of storage solutions and how to integrate them on the clusters (SAN/NAS) [REQUIRED 3 years]
Knowledge of networking integration into VMware ESXi and hands-on troubleshooting common problems [REQUIRED 3 years]
Strong knowledge of MS Windows Server 2012 and newer, Windows 7 and Windows 10 Operating Systems [REQUIRED 3 years]
Microsoft PowerShell scripting [REQUIRED 3 years]
Experience with VMware DEM [REQUIRED]
Experience with capacity planning, monitoring, and maintenance of VMware clusters with VMware Infrastructure/vSphere [REQUIRED]
Strong knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, LDAP, SMTP, and TCP/IP networking [REQUIRED]
Experience with Cisco UCS and FI [HIGHLY DESIRED]
VCP Certification [HIGHLY DESIRED]
Bachelors degree, with a technical major, such as engineering or computer science, preferred [NICE TO HAVE]
MCSA or MCSE Certification a plus [NICE TO HAVE]
AWS experience and or AWS certifications [NICE TO HAVE]
Rubrik and or other back up system experience [NICE TO HAVE]
Skills Matrix
Managing and implementing projects with Windows System Administrator and Active Directory Required 5 Years
Implementing projects requiring VMware experience, including vSphere and administration of VMware clusters REQUIRED 5 years
Experience with enterprise-level virtualization, designing, implementing and maintaining VMware ESXi servers and clusters Required 5 Years
Previous experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Required 3 Years
Experience troubleshooting system level problems including server failure and OS tuning Required 3 Years
Strong knowledge of storage solutions and how to integrate them on the clusters (SAN/NAS) Required 3 Years
Knowledge of networking integration into VMware ESXi and hands-on troubleshooting common problems Required3 Years
Strong knowledge of MS Windows Server 2012 and newer, Windows 7 and Windows 10 Operating Systems Required 3 Years
Microsoft PowerShell scripting Required 3 Years
Experience with VMware DEM Required 3 Years
Experience with capacity planning, monitoring, and maintenance of VMware clusters with VMware Infrastructure/vSphere Required 3 Years
Strong knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, LDAP, SMTP, and TCP/IP networking Required 3 Years
Experience with Cisco UCS and FI Highly desired 3 Years
VCP Certification Highly desired 3 Years
Bachelors degree, with a technical major, such as engineering or computer science, preferred Highly desired 3 Years
MCSA or MCSE Certification a plus Nice to have 3 Years
AWS experience and or AWS certifications Nice to have 3 Years
Rubrik and or other back up system experience Nice to have Years
Thanks and Regards,
Sagar Mollet
IT Recruiter
LucidTechnologies Inc
O: 214-385-4144 Ext: 211
F: 214-889-5857
W:www.LucidTechINC.com
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