Infrastructure & Virtualization Engineer -L3

Title : Infrastructure & Virtualization Engineer -L3

Location : Houston TX -Onsite

We are seeking an experienced L3 Infrastructure & Virtualization Engineer to provide advanced operational support, administration, troubleshooting, and project delivery for enterprise Windows and VMware environments. The role will be responsible for managing complex infrastructure issues, leading upgrades and migrations, and ensuring high availability, performance, and security of the datacentre environment.

Required Technical Skills

VMware Technologies

• VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.0
• VMware vCenter Server
• VMware ESXi
• VMware HA, DRS, vMotion, Storage vMotion
• vSphere Lifecycle Manager
• Distributed Virtual Switches (vDS)

Windows Technologies

• Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
• Active Directory
• DNS, DHCP
• Group Policy Management
• Windows Patching & Hardening

SCCM / MECM

• Infrastructure Administration
• OS Deployment (OSD)
• Software Distribution
• Patch Management
• Compliance Management

Upgrade & Migration

• Datacenter Modernization
• Platform Upgrades
• Server Migration
• Virtualization Migration
• Infrastructure Transformation Projects

Preferred Skills

• PowerShell Scripting and Automation
• VMware Aria Suite
• Azure or Hybrid Cloud Exposure
• ITIL Framework Knowledge
• Monitoring Tools (vROps, SCOM, SolarWinds, etc.)
• Backup Technologies (Veeam, Commvault, NetBackup)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• VMware VCP/VCAP certification preferred.
• Microsoft certifications preferred.
• ITIL Foundation certification preferred.

Key Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage critical incidents under pressure.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Experience working in enterprise and global support environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership abilities.

Expected Deliverables

• Stable and highly available virtual infrastructure.
• Successful execution of upgrade and migration projects.
• Timely resolution of critical incidents.
• Process improvements and automation recommendations.
• Accurate technical documentation and knowledge transfer to support teams.