VMware Administrator

Role: VMware Administrator

Location: Sparks, NV (Onsite)

Type: Contract

Experience: 6-8+ Years

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and proactive VMware Administrator to design, deploy, and manage a robust virtual infrastructure environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with VMware, Veeam, and Omnissa Horizon (VDI) and will play a key role in ensuring system reliability, scalability, and performance across a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain VMware-based virtual infrastructure, ensuring high availability and optimal performance.
• Administer and support Omnissa Horizon environments for Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI).
• Manage and monitor Veeam Backup & Replication to maintain data integrity and disaster recovery readiness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional IT and factory operations teams to implement new systems and technologies.
• Perform system upgrades, patch management, and regular maintenance across server and virtual environments.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for configurations, processes, and disaster recovery procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure issues, providing Tier II/III technical support.
• Participate in on-call rotations and respond promptly to critical system incidents.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 6-8+ years of experience in VMware administration and virtual infrastructure management.
• Strong hands-on experience with VMware vSphere, ESXi, and Horizon VDI.
• Proficiency in Veeam Backup & Replication tools.
• Experience with Windows and Linux server administration.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts, storage systems, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a factory or production environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as VMware VCP, Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE), or similar.
• Experience working in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Familiarity with automation and monitoring tools (PowerCLI, Ansible, SolarWinds, etc.).