Primary Responsibilities
Deploy, configure, and maintain physical and virtual server environments (VMware ESXi, vSAN, and SAN).
Monitor and optimize infrastructure performance to ensure reliability and high availability.
Administer enterprise storage systems, including SAN, NAS, and vSAN environments.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues across compute, storage, and networking systems.
Perform routine maintenance, updates, and patching of systems to ensure security and stability.
Manage and configure Cisco network switches in support of server and storage connectivity.
Deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot virtual machines and guest operating systems including Windows Server, Ubuntu, CentOS, and Red Hat Linux.
Collaborate with the IT team to design and implement network solutions.
Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and other IT staff as it related to our enterprise networks.
Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
Provide day-to-day operational support of back-end infrastructure (physical, virtual compute and network)
Assist in updating network design documentation and schematic diagrams
Participate in on-call rotation, ensuring uptime of critical servers, networks, and applications.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to infrastructure management.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team setting.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects/responsibilities/tickets.
Ability and willingness to create (project) documentation with diagrams to be used for cross-training purposes.
Excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to understand the long-term “big picture”.
Good technical writing skills and strong attention to details
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a technical related field.
4+ years of professional experience in systems engineering and/or administration
Strong hands-on experience with VMware vSphere (ESXi, vCenter).
Foundation in SAN, NAS, and vSAN technologies.
Familiarity with scripting (Powershell, bash, etc.)
1+ years professional experience with Cisco switch configuration and troubleshooting.
Proficiency in administering Windows and/or Linux server environments.
Candidates who have worked inside a hyperscale data center are highly encouraged to apply
Candidates who possess VMware certifications (VCP or higher) are also highly encouraged to apply
Candidates with experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions are also highly encouraged to apply
Candidates who have Azure experience would really make a candidate stand out.
Verification of employment with previous employers may be part of the recruitment process to ascertain that the candidate’s work history and qualifications are accurate and align with the requirements of the role.
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