Windows VMware Administrator - Dennis Earl Hardy

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Windows VMware Administrator with over 12 years of experience to manage, optimize, and secure our IT infrastructure. This role involves monitoring system connectivity, overseeing VMware environments, managing network communication utilities, and maintaining performance through advanced monitoring tools. You will collaborate with the security team to design and implement robust security measures, manage system patches, and ensure operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Systems Management:
  • Monitor and maintain connectivity across various locations, ensuring high availability and system performance.
  • Provide end-user support with tasks such as authentication, file storage configuration, backups, and system navigation.
  • Administer VMware environments and Windows systems to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.
  • Use tools like Task Manager and Event Viewer for performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and security investigation.
• Network & Printer Management:
  • Manage network printers, file sharing, and related utilities.
  • Configure file system attributes, permissions, encryption, and network file systems.
• System Deployment & Configuration:
  • Deploy, configure, and maintain systems, including Windows servers, software, and core services.
  • Configure and manage file systems, access control lists (ACLs), and VMware environments.
• Security & Patching:
  • Work closely with the security team to design and deploy security-specific packages across servers.
  • Research, schedule, test, and implement patches to meet security and operational standards.
  • Ensure patch compliance and manage server versions as per industry standards, providing monthly reports.
  • Implement system hardening configurations as advised by the InfoSec team, ensuring global application compatibility.
• Performance Monitoring & Optimization:
  • Monitor server and desktop CPU, storage, and memory usage to identify and resolve performance issues.
  • Manage and optimize DFS namespace entries and namespace servers for efficient file handling.

Qualifications:

• Required Experience:
  • 12+ years of experience in IT systems administration, focusing on Windows and VMware environments.
  • Proficient in managing and monitoring connectivity and system performance across various locations.
  • Hands-on experience with VMware administration and Windows server management.
  • Experience using monitoring tools such as Task Manager, Event Viewer, and other utilities for system performance and security monitoring.
• Technical Skills:
  • Expertise in deploying and maintaining VMware environments and Windows systems.
  • Strong knowledge of file system configurations, access controls, and network file systems.
  • Proficiency in deploying security packages and managing system patching and compliance.
  • Experience with DFS namespace management and file-sharing protocols.
• Security & Compliance:
  • Ability to collaborate with security teams to ensure secure system configurations and compliance with Infosec policies.
  • Experience in researching and implementing system hardening techniques and managing server security protocols.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong communication skills for collaborating with end-users, cross-functional teams, and security personnel.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with a focus on improving system performance and security.
• Proficient in managing large-scale environments with a focus on availability, security, and scalability.

Why Join Us?
As a Windows VMware Administrator, you will lead critical projects in our IT infrastructure, ensuring the security, optimization, and scalability of our systems. This is a great opportunity for an expert in VMware and Windows environments looking to make a significant impact.