VMWare Engineer

Job description

The Senior VMware Engineer will be part of the Cloud Shared Services (CSS) program providing critical design and support for the complex virtual datacenter environments. This engineer must be able to work collaboratively with customers, application owners and other CSS teams to provide exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include:
·  Performing daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all virtual hardware, resources, systems, and key processes
·  Performing advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis to expedite incident resolution
·  Developing scripts to gain efficiencies for reporting and automating repetitive tasks
·  Evaluating requests for hardware and software; research and recommend solutions that meet or exceed customer requirement
·  Performing the installation, configuration and maintenance of the VMware virtual infrastructure, including, but not limited to, vCenter Server Appliance, vRealize Operations Manager (vROps), vRealize Automation (vRA), vRealize Orchestra-tor (vRO), vRealize Business, ESXi, Update Manager and NSX
·  Developing VMware vCenter and vROps reports for performance, troubleshooting and capacity planning
·  Developing custom blueprints and workflows using vRA and vRO to automate and simplify tasks
·  Provisioning and cloning virtual machines and server appliances as needed
·  Maintaining and restoring virtual machine "backups" and snapshots
·  Performing upgrades and applying patches or firmware updates to the virtual infrastructure software or hardware
·  Participating in the on-call support rotation, responding to support calls both during and after business hours/weekends/holidays/shutdowns
·  Providing configuration management and security compliance for the virtual infrastructure software and hardware
·  Developing and updating standard operating procedures and user guides
·  Completing service requests or incidents tickets in support of the virtual infrastructure
·  Providing technical leadership and assume overall accountability for the successful management and implementation of customer projects. Candidates must be clearable / able to obtain a US DOD Secret level clearance to be considered.

Work location - Boulder, CO (preferred), Dallas, TX, Raleigh, NC

Auto req ID

298896BR
Required Education

High School Diploma/GED
Role ( Job Role )

Infrastructure Specialist
State / Province

COLORADO
Primary job category

Technical Specialist
Company

(0147) International Business Machines Corporation
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
ERBP

Yes
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

No Travel
IBM Business Group

GBS
Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree
City / Township / Village

BOULDER
Being You @ IBM

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  CompTIA Security+
·  ITIL® Intermediate Level Certification
·  Experience with VMware NSX design and implementation
·  Hands-on experience with JavaScript and PowerShell scripting languages
·  Experience with implementing and providing administration for various Hyperconverged (Nutanix, Steelfusion, Hyperflex) solutions
·  Certifications: VCP6-CMA, VCP6-NV e)
·  Familiarity with Enterprise IT environments, tools, data management policies and architectures, and organizations.
·  Familiarity with Windows, UNIX, and Linux server OS.
·  Experience with ServiceNow and SolarWinds monitoring software
·  Candidate must possess a US “Public Trust” clearance, Secret (or higher) clearance, or be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance
Country/Region

United States
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  VCP5 Certification or higher is highly desired
·  Experience with IT service management best practices
Secondary Job Category

Services Specialist
Eligibility Requirements

·  US Citizenship
Position Type

Professional
Early Professional Track

Not Applicable - Professional Hire
Location Statement

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.
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IBM Global Business Services (GBS) is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants enabling enterprises to make smarter decisions and providing unparalleled client and consumer experiences in cognitive, data analytics, cloud technology and mobile app development. With global reach, outcome-focused methodologies and deep industry expertise, IBM GBS empowers clients to digitally reinvent their business and get the competitive edge in the cognitive era in over 170 countries. Bottom line? We outthink ordinary. Discover what you can do at IBM.

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