Wintel VMware Engineer- Shift Based Contract Role - Part-Time

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Wintel/VMware Engineer with deep expertise in VMware virtualization technologies, Windows Server infrastructure, and automation (Powershell) scripting. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing our Windows-based environments, ensuring high availability, performance, and security

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage VMware ESXi, vCenter, vSAN, Aria Operations, VCF and virtual machines.
• Provide Level 3 support for VMware vSphere ,ESXi, vCenter, vSAN, VCF, and windows platforms.
• Administer and troubleshoot Windows Server 2016/2019/2022/2025, including:
• Implement and maintain Automation scripts using PowerShell and Ansible for configuration management and operational tasks.
• Perform system upgrades, patching, and performance tuning.
• Provide support for IBM connect direct and Progress WS_FTP
• Configure, monitor and troubleshoot SMTP relay services for application-to-application and application-to-email communications.
• Administer email delivery security (SPK,DKIM, DMARC compliance)
• Monitor system health and respond to incidents and service requests.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance with financial regulatory standards (e.g., MAS, PCI-DSS)
• Maintain documentation for systems, processes, and procedures.
• Participate in on-call rotation for critical Incident support.

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in enterprise storage and backup administration.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Wintel Engineer and VMware Engineer.
• Strong hands-on experience with VMware vSphere 7.x/8.x, ESXi, vCenter, vSAN, VCF, Aria Operations.
• In-depth knowledge of Windows Server 2016/2019/2022/2025 and core services (AD, DNS, DHCP,GPO).
• Strong hands-on experience with SMTP relay services (Postfix, IIS SMTP)
• Familiarity with CIS security hardening and compliance frameworks
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting, Shell and experience with Ansible.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and change management.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities