Virtualization and System Architect

_* Sirius
Little Rock, AR, United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
7 years minimum
Compensation
$110,000.0 - $130,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Azure Backup Devices Cloud Computing Data Centers Linux DevOps Disaster Recovery IT Management Python (Programming Language) Windows Servers Cisco Nexus Switches Performance Tuning
+11 more
Windows PowerShell System Center Virtual Machine Management Storage Virtualization Systems Architecture Virtualization Technology Scripting Computer Networking Systems Bare Metal Restful APIs Veeam Vmware

Job description

  • Design and architect storage, compute, and networking solutions for virtual and bare metal environments
  • Develop cloud and virtualization strategies for scalability, performance, and security
  • Manage performance optimization, capacity planning, licensing, and resource utilization
  • Design and maintain disaster recovery and backup solutions
  • Collaborate with Architecture, DevOps, Engineering, Security, and Operations teams
  • Maintain technical documentation, standards, and procedures
  • Provide technical leadership, support, and escalation for infrastructure-related issues
  • Lead change control reviews and ensure security and compliance standards are met
  • Partner with vendors on solution architecture and procurement
  • Support systems in a 24x7 data center environment
  • Travel as needed to project sites and company locations

Requirements

Do you have a valid Driver’s License license?, Do you have experience in vCenter?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 7+ years of enterprise IT experience in Windows Server, System Center, and cloud technologies

  • Strong experience with Microsoft Azure Stack HCI, VMware vSAN, and Microsoft Azure
  • Advanced scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Python, REST APIs, etc.)
  • Experience with Veeam, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions preferred
  • Knowledge of Cisco ACI, VMware vCenter, and SCVMM
  • Understanding of security best practices and compliance standards including HIPAA, PCI, SOX, SOC 2, and ISO 27001
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills
  • Ability to travel with a valid driver’s license

Preferred Certifications

  • VMCE or VMCA
  • Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals

Preferred Experience

  • Cisco Nexus and APIC architecture
  • Linux/UNIX
  • High-availability and clustering
  • Palo Alto technologies

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