VMware & Network Systems Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: VMware & Network Systems Administrator
Job Code: PA 804064
Client: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC)
Location: Dauphin County, PA (Hybrid)
Duration: Contract until 06/30/2027

Position Overview
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is seeking an experienced VMware & Network Systems Administrator with a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience supporting enterprise virtualization and networking environments. This role is responsible for the design, implementation, administration, optimization, and maintenance of agency-wide infrastructure, including VMware platforms, network systems, server administration, and disaster recovery operations.

Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, administer, and maintain enterprise VMware infrastructure
Manage VMware vSphere, vCenter, vSAN, NSX, VCF, and Log Insight environments
Administer physical and virtual servers across Microsoft, RedHat, and Linux platforms
Perform systems optimization, patch management, upgrades, and lifecycle planning
Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and related infrastructure services
Support data backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity initiatives
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability
Collaborate with technical teams, stakeholders, and project managers to deliver infrastructure solutions
Maintain infrastructure documentation and operational procedures
Support project timelines, system deployments, and infrastructure modernization efforts

Required Skills & Experience
5+ years of VMware Administration experience
5+ years of Networking Systems Administration experience
Strong experience with VMware products including:

• vSphere
• vCenter
• vSAN
• NSX
• VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)
• Log Insight
  Experience administering physical and virtual servers
  Experience with Microsoft Windows Server, RedHat, and Linux environments
  Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining complex enterprise systems
  Experience with systems optimization, patch management, and lifecycle planning
  Experience with Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP administration
  Experience with data backup and recovery solutions
  Strong project management, communication, and collaboration skills
  Ability to work independently and respond to critical infrastructure issues when required

Primary Skills
VMware, vSphere, vCenter, vSAN, NSX, VCF, Log Insight, Network Administration, Windows Server, RedHat Linux, Linux Administration, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Backup & Recovery, Patch Management, Virtual Servers, Physical Servers, Infrastructure Management, Project Management

Flexible work from home options available.