System Engineer (VMware, Windows)

Job Summary

Responsible for patching and vulnerability management of Windows Server, VMWare ESXi, Linux, and Unix environments to ensure system security and stability.

Responsibilities

• Administer Windows Server (2008/2012/2016/2019) and VMWare ESXi environments to maintain operational efficiency and security
• Manage and deploy Hyper-V and VMware virtual machines to support infrastructure needs
• Perform patch assessments and plan deployment strategies to mitigate vulnerabilities
• Automate pre- and post-patching tasks to improve patch management efficiency
• Troubleshoot operating system and VMWare-related issues to minimize downtime
• Utilize patch management tools such as BigFix and SCCM to execute patching processes
• Monitor and maintain system logs to detect and resolve potential issues proactively
• Manage Active Directory configurations including OU, GPO, forest, and domain settings to support organizational policies
• Apply knowledge of cluster management software and clustering technologies (geo cluster, multinode passive/active) to ensure high availability
• Conduct BIOS and firmware upgrades to maintain hardware performance and security
• Understand and apply RAID technologies (RAID 0+1, RAID 1, RAID 5) for data redundancy and performance
• Operate within SLA-driven environments to meet service delivery expectations
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to coordinate system administration tasks
• Adapt to flexible, team-oriented, and dynamic work environments
• Provide on-call support during weekdays and work on weekends as per roster requirements

Required competencies and certifications

• 6+ years of experience in Windows and VMware system administration

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Proven experience in patch management and vulnerability management
• Strong troubleshooting skills in OS and VMWare environments
• Experience with patch management tools such as BigFix and SCCM
• Ability to work in SLA-driven environments and provide on-call support

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Working experience with RHEL, HP-UX, Solaris, or AIX servers
• Basic knowledge of RAID technologies and cluster management software