VMware Systems Administrator

Overview

On Site
$45 - $50
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
No Travel Required

Skills

System Administration (8+ years)
VMware vCenter 8.0 or newer
VMware ESXi administration
VMware infrastructure management
Nagios monitoring and management
UNIX / Linux system administration
Windows Server administration
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) on x86
SQL Server management and maintenance
Pure Storage management
VSAN (Virtual SAN) administration
UCS server management
Shell scripting (Bash
PowerShell
etc.)
System upgrades
performance tuning and monitoring
User access and password control
Incident troubleshooting and resolution
System reliability and performance optimization
Hardware installation and support
Research and evaluation of hardware/software solutions
Technical documentation and training
Collaboration with Security
Audit
DBA
Networking
and Development teams
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Process implementation and standardization
Service delivery and business awareness
Microsoft Office Suite (Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Visio).

Job Details

Short Summary

Seeking an experienced Senior VMware Systems Administrator Specialist to support a large-scale enterprise application environment. The role focuses on maintaining and optimizing Linux/Windows systems, UCS servers, and VMware infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, 24/7 operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, maintain, and upgrade internal software and system infrastructure.
  • Manage user access, permissions, and passwords.
  • Propose and implement system enhancements to improve reliability and performance.
  • Monitor system usage, performance, and virtual server health.
  • Maintain VMware-based environments and UCS servers.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues in data centers (Raleigh and Charlotte).
  • Research, evaluate, and recommend new software and hardware solutions.
  • Provide hardware specifications based on business and growth requirements.
  • Train team members on system operations and usage.
  • Participate in on-call rotation, including occasional weekends/holidays.
  • Manage multiple priorities in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Required Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator.
  • Strong experience with VMware vCenter 8.0+, ESXi, and Nagios.
  • Hands-on experience with UNIX/Windows OS administration and support.
  • Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Windows, and SQL Servers.
  • Skilled in managing storage systems (Pure Storage, VSAN) and UCS blade servers.
  • Strong shell scripting and automation experience.
  • Proven collaboration with Security, Networking, DBA, and Development teams.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
  • Service-oriented mindset with strong business awareness.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).

Desired Qualifications

  • Linux/Windows Server Certifications (preferred).
  • Experience with Microsoft SCCM, Active Directory, SQL 2016/2019, and PowerShell scripting.
  • Background in networking, storage, and virtualization technologies.
  • Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and on-call as required.
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