Systems Engineer (VM, Storage, Linux) - Vaco, LLC
Clearwater, FL 33760
About the Job
Responsibilities:
- Manage and maintain Windows server environments, including server installation, configuration, and administration.
- Implement and optimize Active Directory services, Group Policies, and domain services.
- Monitor server performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure system security and stability.
- Administer Linux-based systems, including installation, configuration, and management of distributions like CentOS, Ubuntu, or Red Hat.
- Configure and optimize web servers, database servers, and other critical applications running on Linux platforms.
- Implement security measures and perform regular system updates and patches.
- Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure and services (e.g., AWS, Azure).
- Design and implement cloud solutions for scalability, redundancy, and cost efficiency.
- Monitor cloud resources, manage access controls, and ensure compliance with security best practices.
- Design, implement, and manage backup and disaster recovery solutions for critical data and systems.
- Monitor storage systems, capacity planning, and performance tuning to ensure optimal performance.
- Implement data encryption, compression, and deduplication techniques to maximize storage efficiency.
- Deploy, configure, and manage VMware virtualization technologies, including vSphere, vCenter, and ESXi.
- Monitor virtual infrastructure performance, capacity planning, and resource optimization.
- Implement high availability and disaster recovery solutions using VMware technologies.
- Develop and implement system monitoring tools and procedures to proactively identify and resolve issues.
- Automate routine tasks and workflows using scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) and configuration management tools.
- Create and maintain documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to resolve escalated system issues.
- Participate in on-call rotation and respond to system emergencies outside of regular business hours as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; relevant certifications (e.g., MCSE, RHCE, VCP) preferred.
- Proven experience (5+ years) in system engineering roles with expertise in Windows and Linux environments, backup and storage solutions, and VMware virtualization.
- Strong knowledge of networking, TCP/IP protocols, and system security principles.
- Experience with backup technologies (e.g., Commvault) and storage solutions (SAN/NAS).
- Proficiency in VMware technologies and virtualization management tools.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .
Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
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Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
