Data Center Services, Virtualization and Computer Engineer

Osaic • La Vista, NE

336d • $80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

We are looking for a driven, independent thinker, with excellent customer service skills to join our Data Center Services team to help manage our data center equipment, virtual and physical systems, with a concentration on VMware virtualization solutions and Dell servers.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience designing and implementing VMware data center virtualization solutions, using VMware Aria Operations.
• 5 years of experience managing all life cycle events of physical servers and installing and cabling systems in a data center.
• 3 years of experience installing and configuring Windows or Linux server operating systems, as well as using monitoring tools utilizing ICMP, SNMP, WMI, and other APIs.
• 3 years of experience managing Windows operating systems using Group Policy and scripting languages to automate routine processes using Python or PowerShell.
• Functional knowledge of Active Directory.
• Functional knowledge of network communication at all levels of the open systems interconnection (OSI) model; particularly Ethernet, IP, TCP/UDP, and Session.
• Relevant industry certifications: CompTIA: A+, Server+, or Network+. VMware: VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Work on a regular and predictable basis.
• Organize, prioritize and handle multiple tasks.
• Pay close attention to detail.
• Work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Communicates well with customers, co-workers, and various business contacts in a courteous and professional manner.
• Can work some nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of experience managing enterprise class storage systems; controllers, SAN, and NAS.
• 2 years of experience managing a virtual desktop infrastructure using a VMware platform.
• 2 years of experience managing non-persistent desktops in a virtual infrastructure.
• 2 years of experience managing virtual infrastructure in a Horizon environment.
• 2 years of experience managing and configuring a Windows based hardware cluster.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all aspects of data center equipment: racks, cabling, power, environment monitors, servers, storage devices, and all associated inventory.
• Perform all duties associated with the Data Center Services team, as directed by Data Center Services leadership.
• Design, deploy, manage, and maintain Osaic's VMware virtualization solution through the system life cycle.
• Design, deploy, manage, and maintain Osaic's physical server solutions through the system life cycle.
• Manage and maintain Windows and Linux operating systems, relative to physical or virtual server management tasks.
• Perform troubleshooting to resolve performance issues or system outages.
• Create and maintain system and platform documentation related to design, deployment, and system life cycle tasks.
• Perform regular updates and security vulnerability remediation tasks.
• Continually enhance alert and system monitoring.
• Aid in the research, development, and deployment of new technologies and multi-vendor integration.
• Implement and maintain a consistent backup and disaster recovery plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• health insurance
• vision insurance
• dental insurance
• 401k
• vacation and sick time
• volunteer days
• annual bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees