VMware Systems Administrator (with Cisco Infrastructure)

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Location: Placerville, CA (Fully Onsite)
Duration: 6+ Months Contract (potential to extend or hire to FTE)

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Administrator to support and manage a dynamic enterprise environment. This role requires a strong technical background across VMware, Microsoft platforms, and infrastructure operations, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.

Qualification Requirements:
Bachelor s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field, (OR) a minimum of 5 years of equivalent hands-on experience and/or relevant certifications
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines
Ability to proactively communicate issues and risks that may impact timelines or deliverables

Role Requirements:
Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator in VMware and Microsoft environments, including core networking capabilities
Proven experience managing VMware environments on Cisco infrastructure
Strong hands-on experience with:
o Server provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management
o Network routing and infrastructure support
o Microsoft platforms (Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, etc.)
o Domain policy management and enforcement
Experience supporting casino-centric or highly regulated applications is a plus
Responsible for monthly patching and updates using ManageEngine or similar tools
Focus on maintaining and improving backup SLAs and data integrity
Will collaborate with internal team members and may take ownership of storage responsibilities to support workload distribution
Ability to manage and support enterprise storage and backup solutions, including:
o Primary storage (Pure Storage)
o Backup and recovery platforms (Rubrik)