Staff Unix/VMware Systems Engineer

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We are seeking an experienced Unix/VMware Systems Engineer to manage and optimize our datacenter infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Linux/Unix systems administration, VMware virtualization, and cloud technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Administration:

  • Manage and maintain Linux/Unix systems in enterprise environment.

  • Perform system security hardening, patches, and updates.

  • Configure and troubleshoot system performance.

  • Handle user administration and access management.

  • Implement backup and recovery solutions.

• Virtualization Management:

  • Administer VMware vCenter and ESXi environments.

  • Create and manage virtual machines and hosts.

  • Perform VM migrations and capacity planning.

  • Configure resource allocation and optimization.

  • Monitor virtual infrastructure performance.

• Infrastructure Support:

  • Manage datacenter operations and infrastructure.

  • Handle server hardware troubleshooting and maintenance.

  • Implement disaster recovery solutions.

  • Monitor system health and performance.

  • Manage storage solutions and backup systems.

• Security & Compliance:

  • Implement security policies and procedures.

  • Perform vulnerability assessments and remediation.

  • Maintain compliance with industry standards.

  • Manage security tools and monitoring systems.

  • Handle security incidents and escalations.

• Cloud Integration:

  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).

  • Manage hybrid cloud environments.

  • Implement cloud security measures.

  • Handle cloud resource optimization.

  • Monitor cloud costs and usage.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

• 8+ years of experience in Unix/Linux administration.

• Strong experience with VMware vSphere/ESXi.

• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS preferred).

• Experience with automation tools and scripting.

• MCSA/AWS certifications preferred.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities.