Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems Engineer /Core Infrastructure, VMware
*US Citizens or GC Holders
*On-site daily in Jersey City, NJ

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Systems Engineer to join our IT Infrastructure team. This role focuses on the design, implementation, management, and optimization of core infrastructure systems with a specialization in VMware and related technologies. The Senior Systems Engineer will play a key role in ensuring the stability, scalability, and security of the organization’s IT infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Core Infrastructure Management
  • Design, deploy, and manage enterprise infrastructure, including servers, storage, and networking components.
  • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to ensure high availability and reliability.
  • Lead infrastructure-related projects, including upgrades, migrations, and system integrations.
• VMware Administration
  • Architect, implement, and maintain VMware vSphere environments, including ESXi hosts and vCenter servers.
  • Optimize virtual infrastructure for performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Manage virtual machine provisioning, snapshots, and backups.
• Configuration Management
  • Develop and maintain scripts (PowerShell, PowerCLI, Python, etc.) for system automation and process improvements.
  • Automate repetitive tasks, enhance monitoring capabilities, and ensure system configurations adhere to best practices.
  • Implement and maintain security measures to protect core infrastructure systems.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaboration and Leadership
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, database administrators, and application developers.
  • Mentor junior team members and provide technical leadership.
  • Document system configurations, processes, and workflows to ensure knowledge transfer.

Skills and Technologies

Core Systems and Infrastructure:

• Windows Servers: Configuration, management, and performance tuning
• Active Directory (AD): Management of users, groups, and roles
• Group Policy (GPO): Administration and customization
• DNS and DHCP: Configuration and troubleshooting
• Public Key Infrastructure (PKI): Implementation and management
• Virtualization: VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter

VMware and Virtualization:

• VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter
• Backup and replication tools: Veeam, Rubrik, Zerto, CommVault
• High-availability design, clustering, and disaster recovery (D.R.) solutions
• Multi-site failover and business continuity planning (BCP)

Storage Solutions:

• SAN, NAS, and Storage Spaces Direct
• Familiarity with NetApp, Dell EMC, and HPE storage solutions
• Data retention, deduplication, and archiving strategies

Monitoring and Performance:

• Tools: SolarWinds, SCOM, PRTG
• Synthetic transactions and real-time alerting
• Performance tuning for Windows servers and virtual environments
• Root cause analysis for recurring performance issues

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT infrastructure engineering, with at least 5 years focused on VMware technologies.
• Certifications:
  • VMware certifications (e.g., VCP, VCAP, or VCDX) are strongly preferred.
  • Additional certifications such as Microsoft, Cisco, or cloud platform certifications (Azure/AWS) are a plus.

Soft Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.