Supervisor, Server & Storage

Proenergy•Buenos Aires, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Supervisor, Server & Storage is a senior technical leader responsible for architecting, implementing, and managing enterprise-scale virtualization, storage, and cloud infrastructure platforms across ProEnergy's global operations. This role demands expert-level proficiency in hypervisor technologies, hyperconverged infrastructure and hybrid management solutions, and storage solution. The position requires advanced automation and scripting capabilities using PowerShell, Python, Terraform, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies to drive operational efficiency and infrastructure modernization at scale. This strategic leadership role includes managing geographically distributed teams across multiple regions, overseeing 24/7 infrastructure operations supporting both IT and OT environments, and ensuring 99.9%+ availability for mission-critical systems spanning power generation facilities, manufacturing operations, and enterprise business systems internationally. The ideal candidate brings 15+ years of deep technical expertise combined with proven experience leading large, global infrastructure teams through complex modernization initiatives including cloud migration, hybrid infrastructure deployment, and advanced automation implementation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related technical discipline (Master's degree preferred)
Minimum 12-15 years of progressive experience in enterprise infrastructure architecture and administration
Minimum 7-10 years of direct leadership experience managing technical teams, with at least 5 years managing geographically distributed global teams
Proven track record managing large-scale infrastructure supporting 5,000+ users and 2,000+ virtual machines across multiple geographic regions
Demonstrated experience leading teams of 6+ infrastructure professionals across multiple time zones and cultural environments
Experience in mission-critical environments such as power generation, utilities, manufacturing, financial services, or healthcare
Travel up to 25% (global sites, vendor engagements, team meetings)
Expert-level proficiency with VMware vSphere 7.x/8.x including vCenter Server, ESXi, DRS, HA, vMotion, Storage vMotion, Distributed Virtual Switches, and NSX-T integration
Advanced expertise in Microsoft Hyper-V and System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM) for enterprise virtualization management
Deep experience with hyperconverged infrastructure platforms: Azure Stack HCI, Nutanix AOS/AHV, Dell VxRail, or HPE SimpliVity
Comprehensive knowledge of Azure Stack HCI (Azure Local) architecture, deployment, and integration with Azure cloud services
Expert-level experience with Azure Arc including Arc-enabled servers, Arc-enabled Kubernetes, and hybrid infrastructure management
Advanced PowerShell scripting capabilities including module development, REST API integration, error handling, and pipeline automation
Proficiency with Python for infrastructure automation, data analysis, and API integrations with cloud platforms and management tools
Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM templates, Bicep, or CloudFormation for multi-cloud deployments
Advanced knowledge of Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 including Active Directory, Group Policy, clustering, and advanced networking features
Strong Linux administration skills including RHEL, Ubuntu, SUSE with expertise in shell scripting, systemd, and enterprise management
Comprehensive experience with enterprise storage systems including SAN (FC, iSCSI), NAS, software-defined storage, and backup solutions
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Azure including IaaS, PaaS, networking, security, governance, and cost optimization strategies
Working knowledge of AWS or Google Cloud Platform for multi-cloud strategy and workload portability
Experience with container technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), and container orchestration
Proficiency with configuration management tools: Ansible, Chef, Puppet, or Azure Automation DSC
Advanced monitoring and observability solutions: Azure Monitor, vRealize Operations, Datadog, Splunk, or Prometheus/Grafana
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins for infrastructure automation
US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background
Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing technical teams across multiple geographic regions and cultures
Experience managing 24/7 global operations with follow-the-sun support models and coordinated time zone coverage
Strong project management skills with experience leading complex, multi-million dollar infrastructure transformation initiatives
Exceptional communication skills with ability to present technical concepts to executive leadership, business stakeholders, and technical audiences
Demonstrated experience with budget management, financial planning, and cost optimization for infrastructure operations
Strategic thinking capabilities with ability to align technology initiatives with business objectives and drive organizational change
Strong vendor management skills including contract negotiation, performance management, and strategic partnership development
Experience with change management, organizational transformation, and driving cultural adoption of new technologies and processes
Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage competing priorities, and make sound technical decisions in time-critical situations
Commitment to fostering inclusive, diverse teams and creating positive work environments across cultural and geographic boundaries
Deep understanding of operational technology (OT) environments, industrial control systems, and IT/OT convergence challenges
Knowledge of NERC-CIP Critical Infrastructure Protection requirements for power generation facilities
Familiarity with SOX compliance requirements for financial systems and audit controls
Understanding of ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and enterprise security best practices
Experience with high availability requirements, disaster recovery planning, and business continuity management
Knowledge of GDPR, data sovereignty, and international data protection regulations for global operations

Nice To Haves

Experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) for software-defined data center deployments
Knowledge of Azure VMware Solution (AVS) for seamless workload migration and hybrid cloud integration
Familiarity with service mesh technologies (Istio, Linkerd) and advanced Kubernetes networking
Experience with NVMe over Fabrics (NVMe-oF) and next-generation storage protocols
Understanding of AI/ML infrastructure requirements including GPU virtualization and accelerated computing platforms
Knowledge of FinOps best practices, cloud cost allocation, and chargeback/showback models
Experience with infrastructure observability and AIOps platforms for predictive analytics and intelligent automation
Familiarity with edge computing architectures and distributed infrastructure management
Experience in power generation, oil & gas, or utility industries with understanding of SCADA and industrial control systems
Knowledge of lean/agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and site reliability engineering (SRE) principles
Experience with database administration including SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and database infrastructure optimization
Multilingual capabilities supporting global team communication and stakeholder engagement
VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV) or higher
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate or equivalent IaC certification
ITIL 4 Foundation (minimum) with preference for ITIL Managing Professional or Strategic Leader
One or more storage certifications: CompTIA Storage+, Dell EMC Storage Administrator, NetApp Certified Data Administrator, or equivalent
Preferred VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) or VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX)
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure DevOps Engineer Expert
Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP) or Nutanix Certified Master (NCM) for hyperconverged infrastructure
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA)
CISSP, CISM, or other advanced security certifications
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
Vendor-specific certifications: Dell EMC, HPE, Cisco, Pure Storage, or NetApp advanced credentials

Responsibilities

Architect and manage enterprise-scale VMware vSphere environments including vCenter Server, ESXi clusters, Distributed Resource Scheduler (DRS), High Availability (HA), vMotion, Storage vMotion, and Distributed Virtual Switches (DVS)
Deploy and optimize Enterprise Cloud platforms
Implement advanced virtualization features including nested virtualization, virtual GPU (vGPU) configurations, SR-IOV networking, and NUMA optimization for performance-critical workloads
Design multi-tenant virtualization environments with resource pools, quotas, reservations, and shares ensuring fair resource allocation and isolation
Manage VMware vSphere for containerized workloads and modern application platforms
Oversee disaster recovery solutions including VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM) for business continuity
Architect and deploy Azure Stack HCI (Azure Local) solutions integrating on-premises infrastructure with Azure cloud services, Azure Portal management, and Azure Arc connectivity
Implement HCI platforms with integrated compute, storage, and networking utilizing distributed storage fabric, data locality, and intelligent data tiering
Deploy hyperconverged solutions with automated lifecycle management and seamless scalability
Configure Storage with fault domains, storage QoS, deduplication, and compression optimization
Manage HCI cluster networking including Software Defined Networking (SDN), Network Controller, load balancing, and microsegmentation
Implement stretched HCI clusters for metro-area disaster recovery and continuous availability across data center sites
Integrate HCI with Azure Backup, Azure Site Recovery, and Azure Monitor for hybrid cloud management and protection
Deploy and manage Azure Arc-enabled servers for unified management of Windows and Linux systems across on-premises, multi-cloud, and edge locations
Implement Azure Arc-enabled Kubernetes for centralized governance, policy enforcement, and GitOps-based deployment across hybrid Kubernetes clusters
Configure Azure Arc-enabled data services including SQL Managed Instance and PostgreSQL Hyperscale for cloud-native data platforms on-premises
Leverage Azure Policy, Azure RBAC, and Azure Security Center integration through Arc for consistent security and compliance across hybrid environments
Implement Azure Monitor, Azure Sentinel, and Log Analytics integration via Arc for unified observability and security monitoring
Manage Azure Arc resource bridge deployments for extending Azure management plane to VMware vSphere and System Center Virtual Machine Manager environments
Orchestrate hybrid workload deployments using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Bicep, and Terraform across Arc-connected infrastructure
Develop sophisticated PowerShell scripts and modules for automated infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and operational tasks across Windows and hybrid environments
Create Python automation solutions integrating with REST APIs, VMware PowerCLI, Azure SDKs, and infrastructure management platforms
Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using HashiCorp Terraform for multi-cloud infrastructure deployment, Azure ARM templates, and Bicep for Azure resource provisioning
Deploy Ansible, Chef, or Puppet for configuration management and automated compliance enforcement across server fleets
Build CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI for infrastructure deployment automation and testing
Develop custom automation solutions for capacity management, performance optimization, patch orchestration, and compliance reporting
Implement Azure Automation, Azure Functions, and Logic Apps for cloud-native automation and event-driven orchestration
Create self-service portals and automated workflows reducing manual intervention and accelerating infrastructure delivery times by 70%+
Architect and manage enterprise SAN environments including Fiber Channel, iSCSI, and FCoE protocols with multipathing (MPIO) and load balancing
Deploy and optimize NAS solutions with NFS, SMB/CIFS protocols supporting structured and unstructured data workloads
Implement software-defined storage platforms including VMware vSAN, Microsoft Storage Spaces Direct, Nutanix Distributed Storage Fabric, and Ceph
Manage object storage solutions (Azure Blob Storage, AWS S3, MinIO) for cloud-native applications and data lake architectures
Configure storage tiering strategies with NVMe flash, SSD, and nearline SAS/SATA drives optimizing performance and cost efficiency
Implement data protection features including snapshots, replication, deduplication, compression, and encryption at rest/in transit
Manage backup infrastructure using Commvault or Azure Backup with immutable storage and ransomware protection
Design and implement disaster recovery solutions with RPO/RTO objectives meeting business continuity requirements
Lead and mentor a geographically distributed teams of infrastructure professionals across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions
Manage 24/7 follow-the-sun support models with coordinated handoffs across time zones ensuring continuous operational coverage
Conduct performance management including goal setting, quarterly reviews, competency assessments, and career development planning for direct reports
Recruit, hire, and onboard senior technical talent globally, building high-performing teams with diverse skill sets and cultural perspectives
Develop technical training programs, certification roadmaps, and knowledge transfer initiatives ensuring team capabilities match evolving technology requirements
Foster culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence through regular team collaboration, retrospectives, and best practice sharing
Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with network, security, application, and OT teams for integrated infrastructure solutions
Manage employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance improvement plans maintaining positive team dynamics across cultural boundaries
Implement succession planning strategies identifying and developing future technical leaders within the organization
Drive multi-year infrastructure roadmap development aligning technology initiatives with business objectives and operational requirements
Lead infrastructure modernization programs including legacy system migrations, technology refresh cycles, and cloud adoption strategies
Establish and maintain infrastructure standards, architectural principles, and design patterns ensuring consistency across global deployments
Develop and enforce governance frameworks for cloud resource management, security policies, and compliance requirements
Coordinate with enterprise architecture teams on technology evaluations, proof-of-concepts, and strategic technology decisions
Implement ITIL 4 service management practices including incident, problem, change, and capacity management processes
Lead vendor selection processes, contract negotiations, and strategic partnerships for hardware, software, and professional services
Develop comprehensive technical documentation including architecture diagrams, runbooks, standard operating procedures, and disaster recovery plans
Define and monitor infrastructure KPIs including availability (99.9%+ for critical systems), performance metrics, capacity utilization, and service quality indicators
Conduct capacity planning and forecasting for compute, storage, and network resources supporting 3-5 year growth projections
Lead root cause analysis for major incidents, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Manage an infrastructure budget annually including capital expenditures, operational expenses, and cloud consumption costs
Implement FinOps practices for cloud cost optimization including right-sizing, reserved instances, spot instances, and resource tagging strategies
Develop business cases and ROI analyses for infrastructure investments demonstrating value delivery and strategic alignment
Negotiate enterprise agreements, volume licensing, and support contracts achieving 20-30% cost reductions through strategic procurement
Track and report on project expenditures, variance analysis, and financial performance against approved budgets
Implement security hardening standards for hypervisors, operating systems, and infrastructure components following CIS benchmarks and industry best practices
Coordinate with cybersecurity teams on vulnerability management, patch orchestration, and security incident response for infrastructure systems
Ensure compliance with NERC-CIP, SOX, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, GDPR, and industry-specific regulatory requirements across global infrastructure
Implement privileged access management (PAM), just-in-time access, and audit logging for infrastructure administration
Design and test business continuity plans including disaster recovery exercises, failover testing, and recovery validation
Deploy infrastructure monitoring solutions using Azure Monitor, VMware vRealize Operations, Datadog, or Splunk for proactive alerting and analytics
Manage change advisory board processes ensuring controlled implementation of infrastructure modifications with minimal business impact
Conduct regular infrastructure health assessments, performance reviews, and optimization initiatives maintaining peak operational efficiency

Benefits

competitive pay
excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee
10 paid holidays
paid time off
401K plan

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