Systems Administrator

This Systems Administrator role is to help client manage infrastructure.  Monitoring systems for hardware, storage platform 3PAR and Qumulo on Apollo hardware and Virtualisation platform SimpliVity/vSphere., support is included on the entire solution so deep knowledge of the  hardware.

Knowledge and experience of hardware platforms is a key benefit – Virtualisation platforms – emphasis vSphere/ESXi (SimpliVity Hyper-converged experience is a positive), Storage with emphasis on 3PAR and also Qumulo if possible.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Administer internal and customer facing servers, network devices.
• Proactively manage and monitor server, storage and network (HP DL360 & DL380 Simplivity, 3PAR & Apollo Qumulo Configurations)
• Administer and support core OneView & VMware technologies
• Update Implemented contingency plans
• Manage the monitoring, configuration management and reporting functions that will make a hands-off environment
• Ensure project documented best practices and support procedures are adhered to and kept in line with customers procedures
• Assist with hardware and software cross training of customer team members on existing and new technologies.

Requirements:

• Microsoft Certification (MCSE) or equivalent certification in relevant programs desired.
• Aruba Network experience
• Advanced knowledge of Windows Server (2016) & VMware V-Center
• Managing in excess of 50 Windows Server infrastructure
• Managing server virtualization technologies like VMWare Server/ESX or Microsoft HyperV/Virtual Server
• An understanding of LAN/WAN networking
• Active Directory/LDAP user and group administration experience
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science (or related area) preferred.