What are the responsibilities and job description for the VMware Administrator position at ALTA IT Services, LLC?
Systems Administrator
With 3 years’ experience and some VMware experience.
We are NOT looking for a Systems Engineer.
End client: Department of State
Must have a Secret clearance
Alexandria, VA - onsite
Max pay is $90K
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair enterprise server/workstation systems as well as Microsoft Windows domain environments to include active directory, systems backups, archiving and disaster recovery.
• Understanding and administration of VMware vSphere, Dell PowerEdge servers, and Microsoft Active Directory/Group Policy as well as be knowledgeable of network fundamentals and security protocols of technical systems.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• 3 years of experience within a WAN/LAN environment
• Administration/upgrade of VMware vSphere and vSAN, versions 6.7, 7, and 8 including:
o Administration of ESXi hosts
o Updating of ESXi hosts
o Monitor utilization and performance of VMs across several sites
• Administration/repair of Dell PowerEdge gen 13,14, 16 servers
o Monitor all servers for failed hardware
o Work with Logistics to replacement parts via warranty and ship to post
o Work with remote personal to replace parts as needed
• Administration of enterprise-wide Active Directory and Group
o Administration of Microsoft domain controllers including promotion, demotion, and deployment of read-only domain controllers.
o Create and modify existing GPOs as needed to support applications and server deployments and upgrades
o Troubleshoot group policy issues/conflicts
• Windows Server 2012R2 upgrades to Windows Server 2019/2022
o Build replacement systems in advance of migration
o Coordinate with post and application teams to cutover to new systems with minimal downtime
o Execute PowerShell scripts to complete migration tasks
• Administration of Symantec EndPoint Protection Manager and client including:
o Updating virus definition files as needed on an air-gapped network
o Updating license files as needed on an air-gapped network
o Troubleshooting of server and client issues
• Experience executing, MS PowerShell Scripts including (but not limited to) working with the following modules and command line tools:
o Dell racadm
o Active Directory Power Shell Module
o SQL Server Power Shell Module
o VMware PowerCLI
• Experience with the following applications is a plus:
o SCCM/MECM
o Avamar Virtual Edition/Data Domain Virtual Edition
• Knowledgeable of telecommunications protocols and router switch configurations.
• Must be able to provide periodic 24/7 on-call support via rotating schedule
Salary : $90,000
