Vmware Administrator

Role & responsibilities :

• VMware Infrastructure Management:
• Install, configure, and manage VMware ESXi hosts and vCenter Server.
• Deploy and manage virtual machines (VMs) and virtual appliances.
• Monitor VMware infrastructure performance, health, and capacity.
• Perform regular updates and patches for VMware software and hardware.
• Performance Optimization:
• Analyze and optimize the performance of the virtual environment.
• Implement and manage resource allocation, load balancing, and clustering.
• Conduct performance tuning and capacity planning.
• Troubleshooting and Support:
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for VMware-related issues.
• Diagnose and resolve problems with VMs, ESXi hosts, and vCenter Server.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to resolve complex issues and ensure seamless operations.
• Backup and Recovery:
• Implement and manage backup and disaster recovery solutions for VMware environments.
• Ensure data integrity and availability through regular backups and recovery testing.
• Security and Compliance:
• Implement and enforce security policies and procedures for virtual environments.
• Monitor and manage security updates and patches for VMware infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations related to virtualization.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Create and maintain documentation for VMware configurations, procedures, and policies.
• Prepare and maintain reports on VMware infrastructure performance, capacity, and incidents.
• Automation and Scripting:
• Develop and maintain scripts for automating VMware tasks and processes.
• Implement and manage automation tools and solutions to improve efficiency.

Preferred candidate profile :

• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Experience:
• Proven experience as a VMware Administrator or similar role.
• Hands-on experience with VMware ESXi, vCenter Server, and related VMware products.
• Skills:
• Strong understanding of virtualization concepts and technologies.
• Proficiency in configuring and managing VMware environments.
• Experience with performance tuning, capacity planning, and resource allocation.
• Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery solutions for virtual environments.
• Familiarity with security practices and technologies for virtual environments.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Certifications:
• Relevant certifications (e.g., VMware Certified Professional (VCP), VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP)) are a plus.