Nutanix\VMware Administrator

Introduction:

This position is for a Nutanix\VMware Administrator who will be responsible for handling a variety of tasks related to Nutanix and VMware systems. The ideal candidate should have strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to customer service. They will be working with various operating systems, storage, networking, and security components to ensure the smooth operation of IT systems.

Responsibilities:

• Manage Nutanix and VMware systems
• Perform host migration tasks, including moving VMs off hosts and putting hosts back on
• Administer Windows Server and Linux operating systems
• Handle Active Directory management, backup, and recovery
• Deploy Nutanix clusters and manage hypervisor migrations
• Troubleshoot networking issues such as DHCP, DNS, and firewall configurations
• Implement security principles, ACLs, and encryption
• Automate routine tasks using scripting languages like PowerShell, bash, ksh, or perl
• Monitor system health, performance, and provide optimization recommendations
• Plan and execute disaster recovery procedures
• Install and manage patches and firmware updates
• Ensure compliance with NERC CIP standards
• Produce documentation on system solutions and design
• Provide technical support and on-call assistance for system-related issues

Requirements:

Required Skills:

• Experience with Nutanix and VMware systems
• Proficiency in Windows Server, Linux, and Active Directory management
• Knowledge of networking concepts and troubleshooting
• Scripting experience with PowerShell, bash, ksh, or perl
• Ability to perform backup, restore, and disaster recovery tasks
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT support
• Knowledge of security principles, encryption, and regulatory compliance

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with RAID configurations and storage systems
• Familiarity with hypervisor migrations and cluster deployments
• Understanding of firewall configurations and access control lists
• Ability to optimize system performance and provide statistics
• Knowledge of patch management, firmware updates, and baselining
• Experience with backup and restore procedures
• Understanding of data center best practices and NERC CIP compliance