Windows & VMware Administrator

Job Description (JD) – Windows & VMware Administrator

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Windows & VMware Administrator responsible for managing, maintaining, and supporting Windows Server infrastructure and VMware virtualization environments. The candidate will ensure high availability, performance, security, and reliability of enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 environments.
  
• Manage VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, HA, DRS, vMotion, and VM provisioning.
  
• Perform server installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
  
• Manage Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policies, and user access.
  
• Monitor server health, performance, and capacity utilization.
  
• Handle backup, restore, and disaster recovery activities.
  
• Perform VM migrations (P2V, V2V) and infrastructure upgrades.
  
• Troubleshoot server, virtualization, storage, and performance-related issues.
  
• Create and maintain technical documentation and SOPs.
  
• Implement security best practices and compliance requirements.
  
• Support incident, problem, and change management processes.
  

Required Skills

• Strong experience in Windows Server Administration.
  
• Hands-on experience with VMware ESXi, vCenter, vSphere, HA, DRS, and vMotion.
  
• Knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy.
  
• Experience with WSUS/SCCM patch management.
  
• Knowledge of storage technologies (SAN/NAS).
  
• PowerShell scripting and automation.
  
• Basic networking knowledge (TCP/IP, VLAN, Routing).
  
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Nagios, SCOM, or similar.
  

Preferred Skills

• Azure/AWS cloud exposure.
  
• Veeam/Commvault backup administration.
  
• VMware VCP, Microsoft MCSA/MCSE, or Azure certifications.
  
• Experience with ITIL processes and ServiceNow.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
  
• 6+ years of experience in Windows and VMware administration.
  
• Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.
  

Keywords

Windows Server, VMware ESXi, vCenter, vSphere, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, PowerShell, WSUS, SCCM, Veeam, Storage, Virtualization, Azure, AWS, ITIL.