Virtualization Administrator - Des Moines, IA - Hybrid

Virtualization Administrator

The position requires someone that is detail oriented with a strong desire to provide exceptional service. The position requires the contractor to be onsite two days per week. Preference will be given to local candidates.

The ideal candidate will perform a variety of assignments associated with VMWare systems including but not limited to Horizon, NetApp and Windows Systems administration. The Virtualization Administrator will be responsible for the design, administration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance of VMware systems, hosting hardware, storage infrastructure and Microsoft Windows servers. This position requires the ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written correspondence) in a professional and courteous manner with technical and non-technical personnel. Note: Will be required to be accessible 24x7 in case of emergency.

Responsibilities:

• ESXi scripting and automation in support in server commissioning and maintenance
• Diagnostic of and troubleshooting common guest / host issues
• Monitor resources usage, making required adjustments for host / guest issues
• Virtual machine creation, cloning, and configuration
• VMware cluster configuration
• VMware Horizon maintenance and support
• Maintain network security by managing host security, file permissions, file system integrity, and adding and deleting users
• Virtual Center administration and troubleshooting
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server administration
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; including documentation
• Develops and maintains appropriate system documentation to ensure that documentation is current and accurate.