Virtualization Admin

Position Overview:

The Virtualization Administrator II is a key role focused on managing optimizing and expanding our hybrid virtualization infrastructure encompassing both onpremises VMware environments and Azure cloud services. This position requires a blend of traditional virtualization skills with modern cloud migration and management capabilities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in VMware a strong understanding of Azure cloud services and proven success in cloud migration projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design install configure and manage virtual environments using VMware for onpremises infrastructure and Microsoft Azure for cloud services.
  
• Lead and support migration projects from onpremises environments to Azure ensuring seamless transitions with minimal downtime.
  
• Monitor and optimize performance across both VMware and Azure platforms implementing best practices for hybrid cloud operations.
  
• Develop and maintain cloud governance cost management strategies and operational best practices in Azure.
  
• Collaborate with the IT security team to enforce and monitor security policies and controls ensuring compliance and data protection across both onpremises and cloud environments.
  
• Manage virtual networks storage and compute resources in Azure ensuring scalability availability and efficiency.
  
• Provide technical leadership and support for disaster recovery and business continuity efforts leveraging Azures capabilities to enhance resilience.
  
• Keep abreast of new features and services offered by Azure evaluating and recommending tools and technologies to meet business needs.
  
• Develop comprehensive documentation for the architecture configurations and operational procedures of the hybrid virtualization environment.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field.
  
• 35 years of experience in virtualization administration specifically with VMware and Microsoft Azure environments.
  
• Linux experience is a MUST
  
• Strong background in cloud migrations with handson experience migrating workloads to Azure.
  
• Familiarity with Azure services (e.g. Azure Compute Storage Networking and Azure Site Recovery).
  
• Proficient in networking principles and protocols with a focus on hybrid cloud connectivity and security.
  
• Excellent problemsolving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues across virtual and cloud environments.
  
• Relevant certifications such as VMware Certified Professional (VCP) Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert are highly desirable.
  
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills capable of working effectively in a team and with stakeholders at all levels.
  

Equal Opportunity Employer