Linux Administrator – VMware Specialist

Key Responsibilities
Install configure and administer UnixLinux servers primarily RHEL in production and nonproduction environments
Manage and support VMware vSphere infrastructure including ESXi hosts vCenter Server clusters resource pools and virtual networking
Perform system monitoring performance tuning and capacity planning for UnixLinux and VMware platforms
Implement and maintain security hardening patching and compliance standards CIS STIG internal controls
Troubleshoot complex hardware OS virtualization networking and storage issuesincluding applicationtodatabase connectivity problems
Manage file systems storage allocations disk partitioning LVM configurations volume expansions and mountpoint restructuring
Automate operational tasks using Bash Python Perl or configuration management tools Ansible preferred
Maintain and improve backup snapshot and disaster recovery strategies for Unix and VMware environments
Partner with application database and DevOps teams to support deployments upgrades and system migrations
Document architecture configurations SOPs and troubleshooting procedures
Participate in oncall rotation and provide afterhours support when required
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field
5 years of handson experience in UnixLinux system administration
3 years of handson experience with VMware vSphere ESXi and vCenter
Strong understanding of networking concepts TCPIP DNS NFS etc
Experience with storage systems SANNAS and backup solutions
Familiarity with ITIL practices and change management processes
Preferred Qualifications
VMware Certified Professional VCP certification
Linux Administration Certification eg RHCSA RHCE
Experience with Kubernetes containers or cloud platforms AWSAzure is a plus

Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills
Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Ability to work independently and in a teamoriented environment
Detailoriented with a proactive approac

Design and implement secure automation solutions

Maintain or setup monitoring tools notifications and analytics

Maintain version control systems and configuration management tools

Lead the design and implementation and maintenance of RedHat Linux environments

Experience in automation scripts and use of Ansible for system configuration and orchestrations

Provide virtualization and containerization solution using VMware and RedHat Openshift

Expert in support and troubleshooting for critical system issues

Coordinate with development team and architects to facilitate continuous integration and delivery pipeline Adhere to industry standards and best practices

Qualification

Worked on Linux platform

Experienced as full stack developer with strong background in tool integration

Experienced on programming languages and frameworks such as HTMLCCS JavaScript Java Python Nodejs Angular etc

Familiarity with database MYSQL MongoDB webserversApache and UIUX design

Handson experience of Ansible for automation and configuration management

Experienced with OpenShift for container orchestration and management

Experience in VMware infrastructure and its integration with physical and cloud environments

Knowledge on scripting such as shell

Pay: $6,500.00 - $7,500.00 per month

Work Location: In person