VMware Virtualization Engineer

NTT Data

  • Atlanta, GA
  • $100,000-150,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Req ID: 338849NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.We are currently seeking a VMware Virtualization Engineer to join our team in Atlanta, Georgia (US-GA), United States (US).VMware Virtualization EngineerPosition Summary:The VMware Virtualization Engineer is a senior information technology professional within the Datacenter Optimization Practice who analyzes existing x86/x64 architectures and workloads and designs new or complementary solutions for transformed environments, implements solutions, and troubleshoots any residual issues after transformation. As part of the practice the VMware Virtualization Engineer will participate in early project discovery to understand the current mode of operation (CMO). The VMware Virtualization Engineer will then participate in the evaluation of those workloads and create a Future Mode of Operation (FMO) Design that aligns with the company’s service catalog. The VMware Virtualization Engineer will concentrate on high-level server related duties such as system architecture, network design and dependencies, selection of physical replacement devices and assessment of virtualization feasibility, lead troubleshooting activities for outages and/or performance issues during transformation projects. The VMware Virtualization Engineer will lead administrative resources in the implementation of the prescribed design. The VMware Virtualization Engineer will review, analyze, and document system requirements and dependencies and select the best manner of transformation in the FMO environment. The VMware Virtualization Engineer will identify and document requirements, define scope and objectives, and identify system modifications needed to support business requirements and initiatives in the transformed environment. The VMware Virtualization Engineer will migrate Windows workloads from the CMO to FMO environments using specific migration tools and appliances (PlateSpin, DoubleTake, VMconverter) and industry best practices.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Implementing, administering and maintaining a large virtual server environment –500+ Windows 2008R2/2012 Servers, 95%+ virtualized in VMWare ESX w/ vSphere, vCenter Ops Manager, etc.
  • Upgrading and updating the VMware environment (planned migration from 5.5 to 6.x)
  • Fine tuning, configuring and supporting and troubleshooting issues within the virtual server / storage environment
  • Configuring and supporting blade servers – prefer experience with Cisco UCS B-Series and C-Series, but any background with IBM BladeCenter, HP or Dell blades would be translatable experience.
  • Carving out and provisioning the EMC VNX Storage & storage virtualization (VNX5300, VNX 5500, and VNX5800 devices).
  • Configuring and managing the storage processes of data backup and recovery through the use Dell AppAssure or similar tools.
  • Coordinating with managed services for data backup and recovery.
RequirementsEducation and Experience:
  • Bachelors Degree in an Information Technology Discipline and 6 or more years professional experience
  • 8+ years of Senior Windows Administration
  • Virtualization-VMware-Server Virtualization (ESX, ESXi): 5+ years exp.
  • Proven experience designing, implementing and maintaining a vSphere environment in an Enterprise landscape
  • Proven Experience migrating legacy Windows servers to modern virtual environments using products like VMconverter, DoubleTake or PlateSpin
  • Working understanding of Microsoft Hyper-V
  • In depth understanding of distributed networks
  • Significant experience in the administration of SSL certs,
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • VMware vSphere 5.x administration (VPC5 preferred)
  • Experience with VUM, vCOPS, vCloud Suite including Director, Orchestrator, etc
  • Windows Server Management
  • WMI - Window Manager Improved
  • Windows 2003 / 2008/2012 R2 Server Management
  • Active Directory - Group Policy / GPO - Group Policy Objects / User & Group Creation
  • LDAP - Lightweight Directory Access Protocol
  • DNS - Domain Name System
  • DHCP - Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
  • IIS - Internet Information Services
  • Exchange Server Management
  • PowerShell/PowerCLI Scripting
  • Recipient Management
  • Distribution List Management
  • Manage Systems Backup / Restoration Tasks
  • Understanding of Web Services / SOA
  • Security Protocols / Management
  • PROGRAMMING / SCRIPTING
  • UNIX Scripting - Shell / Bash / Korn Scripting
  • • VBScripting
  • • SQL Coding / Scripting
  • • Analyze / Debug / Troubleshoot
  • ο C# / VB.NET / ASP.NET Development
  • ο Visual Basic Development
  • ο Fundamentals of OOP - Object-Oriented Programming
  • • Understanding of WebServices
  • • Understanding of SOA - Solutions Oriented Architecture
Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this remote role is 100k to 150k. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.About NTT DATANTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us atWhenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, .NTT DATA endeavors to make accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click . If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click . For Pay Transparency information, please click .

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