> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4390021-vmware-cloud-foundation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4390021-vmware-cloud-foundation). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # VMware Cloud Foundation - **Company:** First Advantage - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Salary:** $146,619.0 - $168,168.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, Unix, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Databases, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Integrity, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, DevOps, RAID, Domain Name System (DNS), VMware ESX Servers, Information Security Management, Storage Area Network (SAN), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, MongoDB, MySQL, Network Protocols, NoSQL, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Firewall Policy Management, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Transact-SQL, VCloud, Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere, Scripting, Data Storage Management, Load Balancing, System Availability, Software Troubleshooting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Git, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Cassandra, Performance Monitor, Restful APIs, Jenkins, Vmware, Microservices - **Published:** October 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4b0ad61b434f14c3 ## About the Role * Proven experience in solution architecture and systems engineering within IT infrastructure environments involving virtualization technologies such as VMware ESXi and vSphere. * Strong background in system administration including Windows Server administration, Linux/Unix systems management, and server backup/recovery strategies. * Hands-on expertise with automation tools (Jenkins, Git), scripting (Shell Scripting, T-SQL), and configuration management platforms to streamline operations. * Familiarity with RAID controllers, storage area networks (SAN), load balancing techniques, and network protocols including RESTful APIs for integration purposes. * Knowledge of cybersecurity principles including information security practices for enterprise environments-firewall management, VPN setup, Active Directory management-and data protection strategies. * Experience working with databases such as Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL or MySQL; understanding of NoSQL databases is a plus. * Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues across multiple platforms while maintaining high system availability through performance tuning and proactive monitoring. Join us to be part of a dynamic environment where your skills will shape the future of cloud computing! ## Description * Design and implement VMware Cloud Foundation architectures aligned with organizational requirements, ensuring scalable and secure virtualized environments. * Manage and optimize system performance through tuning, load balancing, and troubleshooting of VMware ESXi hosts and related infrastructure components. * Automate deployment, configuration management, and system updates using scripting languages such as Bash, PowerShell, or Python to improve efficiency. * Oversee storage management tasks including RAID controller configurations, server backup and recovery processes, and storage performance tuning. * Support system administration activities across Windows Server, Linux, and UNIX operating systems while maintaining high standards of information security. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions architecture utilizing RESTful APIs, microservices, and DevOps practices for continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD). * Implement network security measures including VPNs, firewalls, DNS management, DHCP configuration, and Active Directory administration to safeguard data integrity. * Troubleshoot complex software issues related to VMware solutions, operating systems, databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL, and NoSQL technologies like Cassandra or MongoDB. * Conduct system design reviews and participate in configuration management to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.