1.20. VMWare ESX Systems Administrator

Focused HR Solutions • Denver, CO

16h • Remote

About The Position

Our direct client has an opening for a VMWare ESX Systems Administrator. This position is up to 5.5 months with the option of extension. The System Administrator position will provide a high level of technical support for Windows 2008 server hardware, operating system and system software on web, application, file and reporting servers. The position also provides technical support for VMWare ESX virtual server environment and server configuration management.

Requirements

• Must be a current resident of Colorado.
• Experience with providing system administration in a Windows Enterprise environment is required.
• Working knowledge and experience working with Windows 2008 operating systems is required.
• Working knowledge, administration, implementation and configuration of VMWare ESX server and Virtual Center is required.
• Experience in planning, designing, configuring, patching, tuning and troubleshooting servers within these environments is required.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge and experience working with Windows 2012 operating systems is preferred.
• Strong scripting skills is preferred.
• Working knowledge and experience with IBM or comparable SAN-attached storage is preferred.
• Experience with large-scale systems and Oracle/PeopleSoft 9.1 or higher environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, evaluate and apply server upgrades, patches and fixes.
• Provide support for Windows Active Directory.
• Handle server administration, configuration and installation issues with Windows 2008/2012 and VMWare vSphere Enterprise servers.
• Monitor, analyze and tune the system for performance.
• Coordinate service level management and hardware maintenance/ installation.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software and network issues.
• Determine areas requiring maintenance, repairs and upgrades.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed