Position: principal consultant
primary location: mexico - zapopan
schedule: full-time
education level: bachelor’s / graduation / equivalent
responsibilities
* create and maintain vmware vsphere environments, building and decommissioning servers, and resolving server-related queries.
* support it infrastructure on vcenter vsphere and esxi hypervisors 6.5, 7.0, and 8.0, and work proactively on ticketing tool requests.
* install, configure, and manage vmware vsphere environments, including esxi hosts and vcenter server.
* perform regular updates and patches to vmware infrastructure.
* monitor system performance and ensure high availability of virtual environments.
* administer and support windows and linux servers within the virtual environment.
* manage active directory, dns, dhcp, and other core infrastructure services.
* implement and manage storage solutions, including san and nas.
* implement and maintain security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
* conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
* manage user access and permissions within the virtual environment.
* develop and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans; perform regular backups and test recovery procedures.
* ensure data integrity and availability in case of system failures.
* provide advanced troubleshooting for complex issues related to vmware infrastructure.
* maintain detailed documentation of configurations, processes, and procedures.
* lead and participate in it projects related to virtualization and infrastructure improvements.
* install, configure, and manage vmware vrealize automation environments.
* develop and maintain automation workflows using vra and vrealize orchestrator (vro).
* perform regular updates and patches to vra infrastructure.
* monitor system performance and ensure high availability of automation environments.
qualifications
minimum qualifications / skills
* bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
* excellent written and verbal communication skills.
preferred qualifications / skills
* server hardware – dell/hp/cisco ucs.
* monitoring tools – skyline, vrops, solarwinds.
* automation – powershell, vrealize automation.
* ticketing tools – servicenow.
* good communication skills.
* outstanding troubleshooting skills.
* outcome’s oriented – successfully manage a set of responsibilities until completion.
* team player capable of working successfully with various personalities.
* work well under pressure.
* operate self-sufficiently.
* strong knowledge of vmware vsphere, esxi, vcenter server, and related technologies.
* familiarity with virtual networking, storage, and security concepts.
* experience in designing and implementing vmware ha and srm solutions.
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