Senior VMware & Server Infrastructure Engineer
Responsibilities:- Perform physical installation, racking, cabling, and initial setup of new HPE servers in the Tysons, VA data center.
- Install and configure VMware ESXi hosts according to current enterprise standards and best practices.
- Configure host networking, storage connectivity, and security settings.
- Validate hardware firmware, BIOS, drivers, and compatibility requirements.
- Join new hosts to existing VMware infrastructure and configure cluster settings as applicable.
- Plan and execute migration of virtual machines from legacy ESXi 7.0.3 hosts to new infrastructure.
- Conduct pre-migration assessments, health checks, and backup validation.
- Troubleshoot hardware, VMware, networking, and storage-related issues throughout implementation.
- Perform post-migration validation and ensure all workloads operate normally after migration.
- Create implementation documentation, as-built documentation, and knowledge transfer materials.
- Coordinate maintenance windows and communicate activities with business and technical stakeholders.
- Support project closure activities and provide stabilization support following migration.
Required Skills & Experience: VMware / Broadcom
- 7+ years of VMware administration experience.
- Strong experience with VMware ESXi 7.x and 8.x environments.
- Experience with vCenter Server administration and VM migrations.
- Knowledge of VMware host lifecycle management and upgrade processes.
- Strong troubleshooting skills within VMware/Broadcom environments. Server Infrastructure
- Strong hands-on experience with HPE ProLiant server hardware.
- Experience with server builds, firmware upgrades, BIOS configuration, and hardware replacement.
- Knowledge of RAID configuration and storage best practices.
- Experience with enterprise server refresh and hardware migration projects. Operating Systems
- Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 administration experience.
- Active Directory integration and system validation experience.
- Understanding of DNS, DHCP, and Windows infrastructure services. Networking & Storage
- Understanding of VLANs, switch connectivity, and server networking.
- Experience with SAN/NAS storage connectivity and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of enterprise backup and recovery practices.
Preferred Qualifications:- VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification.
- HPE ASE, ATP, or equivalent HPE certification.
- Experience performing ESXi host replacement projects in production environments.
- Experience supporting utility or energy sector clients.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Location Requirement
- Must be able to work onsite in Tysons, Virginia.
