[Remote] System Administrator-VMWare/Hardware
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Randstad Digital Americas provides technology and infrastructure services, and is seeking a System Administrator focused on VMware and hardware. The role is responsible for deploying, maintaining, securing, troubleshooting, and supporting VMware infrastructure, physical and virtual Windows and Linux servers, enterprise hardware, storage, networking, and disaster recovery in highly secure data centers.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the deployment, configuration, and management of VMware infrastructure including vSphere vCenter, clusters, hosts, and VCF (Automation and Operations)
- Install, configure, and update ESXi hypervisor hosts
- Advanced skills in VM and Host performance and troubleshooting
- Perform basic Fiber Channel provisioning and troubleshooting primarily for VMware ESXi hosts
- Update firmware and drivers on Cisco UCS Equipment and validate hardware compatibility. Cisco Intersight experience is a plus
- Help implement infrastructure and hardware system installations
- Basic network configuration (create port-channels, vlan adds, etc.) and troubleshooting skills
- Recommend, implement, and routinely test disaster recovery plans. Zerto experience is a plus
- Regularly update change management systems with strict change documentation
- Open vendor support requests to resolve periodic hardware issues
- Possess sound knowledge and working experience with ticketing/tracking systems
- Respond to outages during business and after-hours
- Demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills and experience managing complex systems
- Communicate effectively with both senior and junior team members regarding issues and troubleshooting
Skills
- VMware Virtualization & Infrastructure Management
- Cisco UCS & Enterprise Hardware Administration
- Storage (Fiber Channel) & Network Configuration
- Windows & Linux Server Administration
- Disaster Recovery & IT Operations (ITSM)
- Ability to be careful and thorough about details
- Ability to multi-task and to meet deadlines
- Demonstrates exceptional customer service and follow-up skills
- Ability to negotiate and collaborate
- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
- Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- Must be able to provide high-speed internet access/connectivity and office setup and maintenance
- Must be able to provide a dedicated, secure work area
Benefits
- Medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings
- Short-term disability
- A 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility)
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