Overview
On Site
$70 - $75
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Skills
VMWare
Job Details
Infrastructure Engineer with deep VMware expertise
100% onsite at 1113 Vine St Houston TX 77002
Early January start date (Dec interviews)
10/10 communication skills
Long Term Contract
Must have 7.x --> 8 experience
Client is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer with deep VMware expertise to support and validate their upcoming VMware upgrade from 7.x to 8. Candidate MUST have done a previous upgrade from 7.x to 8. This role complements an existing senior network engineer who is strong on firewalls and networking but needs technical backup on VMware execution and oversight.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, support and validate VMware upgrade work from 7.x to 8.
- Execute portions of the migration, provide hands-on guidance and serve as technical backup to the internal team.
- Review, validate and document upgrade plans, configurations and decisions.
- Support infrastructure upgrades, including work involving Fortinet firewalls.
- Collaborate with the existing network engineer to ensure smooth execution and risk mitigation.
- Provide best practices, troubleshooting and knowledge transfer throughout the engagement.
Required Skills:
- Deep VMware experience, specifically with version upgrades (7.x ? 8).
- Strong infrastructure background across servers, virtualization, storage and networks.
- Familiarity with Fortinet firewalls.
- Ability to step in as a technical validator, mentor and execution partner.
- Full-time onsite availability starting early January.
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