Vmware Consultant

Senior VMware & Server Infrastructure Engineer

Responsibilities

• Perform physical installation, racking, cabling, and initial setup of new HPE servers in the Tysons, VA data center.

• Install and configure VMware ESXi hosts according to current enterprise standards and best practices.

• Configure host networking, storage connectivity, and security settings.

• Validate hardware firmware, BIOS, drivers, and compatibility requirements.

• Join new hosts to existing VMware infrastructure and configure cluster settings as applicable.

• Plan and execute migration of virtual machines from legacy ESXi 7.0.3 hosts to new infrastructure.

• Conduct pre-migration assessments, health checks, and backup validation.

• Troubleshoot hardware, VMware, networking, and storage-related issues throughout implementation.

• Perform post-migration validation and ensure all workloads operate normally after migration.

• Create implementation documentation, as-built documentation, and knowledge transfer materials.

• Coordinate maintenance windows and communicate activities with business and technical stakeholders.

• Support project closure activities and provide stabilization support following migration.

Required Skills & Experience

VMware / Broadcom

• 7+ years of VMware administration experience.

• Strong experience with VMware ESXi 7.x and 8.x environments.

• Experience with vCenter Server administration and VM migrations.

• Knowledge of VMware host lifecycle management and upgrade processes.

• Strong troubleshooting skills within VMware/Broadcom environments.

Server Infrastructure

• Strong hands-on experience with HPE ProLiant server hardware.

• Experience with server builds, firmware upgrades, BIOS configuration, and hardware replacement.

• Knowledge of RAID configuration and storage best practices.

• Experience with enterprise server refresh and hardware migration projects.

Operating Systems

• Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 administration experience.

• Active Directory integration and system validation experience.

• Understanding of DNS, DHCP, and Windows infrastructure services.

Networking & Storage

• Understanding of VLANs, switch connectivity, and server networking.

• Experience with SAN/NAS storage connectivity and troubleshooting.

• Knowledge of enterprise backup and recovery practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification.

• HPE ASE, ATP, or equivalent HPE certification.

• Experience performing ESXi host replacement projects in production environments.

• Experience supporting utility or energy sector clients.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Location Requirement

• Must be able to work onsite in Tysons, Virginia.