System Admin VMware Storage Infra

System Admin VMware Storage Infra Job Description

Location - Des Moines, Iowa - Onsite

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and manage Windows and Linux servers (physical & virtual) Perform system builds, patching, upgrades, vulnerability management, and lifecycle management Manage Active Directory / LDAP and implement identity & access controls Monitor server performance, availability, and capacity metrics

Manage, monitor, and troubleshoot VMware environments (ESXi hosts, clusters, VMs) Perform VM provisioning, cloning, and migrations (vMotion, Storage vMotion) Manage VMware clusters (HA, DRS, resource pools) Monitor and optimize virtualization performance and availability

Support and maintain enterprise storage platforms (SAN/NAS/Object storage, e.g., PowerFlex) Perform LUN provisioning, zoning, masking, and volume management Manage storage capacity, upgrades, replication, snapshots, and performance tuning Identify and resolve storage space constraints and performance issues

Configure and manage enterprise backup solutions (Dell PowerProtect preferred) Implement secure and air-gapped backup strategies Perform backup monitoring, restore validation, and compliance checks Execute VM/file-level restores, DR testing, failover, and failback operations Maintain disaster recovery strategies and resiliency planning

Administer servers, workstations, and network-connected systems Support endpoint and security tools (Defender, CrowdStrike) Implement RBAC, security controls, encryption, and compliance requirements

Support enterprise applications (RightFax, Kofax, OpenText) Assist with platform upgrades, integrations, and performance tuning Collaborate with application teams for system stability and availability

Support data center operations including migrations, decommissioning, and relocations Assist in EOL transitions, rack decommissioning, and secure system movement Participate in migration planning and execution activities

Monitor infrastructure health across compute, storage, virtualization, and applications Troubleshoot multi-layer issues (VMware, storage latency, connectivity, application failures) Provide L2/L3 support, incident resolution, and root cause analysis

Perform patching, upgrades, performance tuning, and lifecycle management Maintain infrastructure documentation, SOPs, and runbooks Handle capacity planning and forecasting

Support ITSM processes (incident, problem, change, release management) Ensure CMDB is updated and aligned with infrastructure and cloud environments

Develop automation scripts (PowerShell, Bash, Python) Improve provisioning efficiency and integrate tools using APIs

Collaborate with infrastructure, security, cloud, and service delivery teams Ensure system availability, performance, and service continuity

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Skills & Qualifications

Strong VMware administration experience (ESXi, vCenter, clusters, HA, DRS) Hands-on experience with enterprise storage systems (PowerFlex, EMC, NetApp, etc.) Strong knowledge of SAN/NAS, RAID, iSCSI, Fibre Channel

Experience with enterprise backup platforms (Dell PowerProtect preferred) Knowledge of backup compliance, air-gapped backups, and disaster recovery testing

Proficiency in Windows and Linux server administration Experience managing Active Directory / LDAP and access controls

Experience with endpoint/security tools (Defender, CrowdStrike) Strong understanding of infrastructure security and compliance practices

Ability to support enterprise applications (RightFax, Kofax, OpenText) Experience with application integrations and platform support

Strong troubleshooting skills across compute, virtualization, storage, and applications Ability to perform root cause analysis and documentation

Experience with ITSM tools/processes (incident, change, problem management) Familiarity with monitoring and infrastructure management tools

Scripting and automation experience (PowerShell, Bash, Python, REST APIs) Exposure to cloud and hybrid environments (AWS/Azure is a plus)

Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills

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Preferred Experience

Experience with data center migration, consolidation, and EOL transitions. Knowledge of networking fundamentals (VLANs, DNS, firewalls). Experience working in regulated or compliance-driven environments