Senior Windows-VMware Administrator

Apria Healthcare; India; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Accendra Health is hiring a Windows/VMware Administrator to support our enterprise infrastructure. The role focuses on deploying and maintaining VMware vSphere and Windows Server environments, ensuring high uptime and adherence to SLAs.

You will document system configurations, automate patching and scripting tasks, and collaborate with AD, DNS, and network teams. This position requires 24x7 on-call readiness and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience as a Windows/VMware System Administrator.
• Hands-on experience with VMware vSphere Suite, versions 6.5+.
• Windows Server 2012+ experience.
• Experience with STIG settings and patch management.
• Ability to write PowerShell scripts and automate tasks.
• Knowledge of AD, LDAP, DNS, TCP/IP, DHCP.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on VMware and Windows administration to maintain high uptime.
• Coordinate with applications and database teams for deployments and upgrades.
• Develop system specifications, configurations, and operational standards.
• Mentor teammates and create KPI documentation.
• Respond to incidents and troubleshoot quickly.

Skills

VMware vSphere

Windows Server

PowerShell

Active Directory

Networking basics (DNS, TCP/IP, DHCP)

Citrix XenApp/Xendesktop

ITIL knowledge

Storage systems (IBM V7k, Pure Storage

NetApp

STIG security

ADDITIONAL: AI understanding

Tools

VMware vSphere

Windows Server

VCF/VSAN/NSX

Patching automation

COTS/GOTS/FOSS software

PowerShell scripting

Active Directory

DNS

XenApp/Xendesktop

IBM V7k

Pure Storage

NetApp

Job description

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve.

With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials.

If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life.

Our innovative company is looking to fill the role of Windows/VMware Administrator. Day to day activities include developing and documenting system specifications, implementing hardware and OS, maintaining high operational uptime stringent SLAs, coordinating with applications and database teams and other operational and project-based tasks as well as mentoring teammates and developing KPIs and operational standards. This is a high-level position so please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications listed below.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Hands-on experience with VMware vSphere Suite, versions 6.5 and above
• Hands on experience with Windows Server versions 2012 and above
• Good understanding of VMware VCF/VSAN/NSX
• Patch management automation and troubleshooting
• Experience in "commercial off the shelf" (COTS)/GOTS/FOSS software installations
• STIG settings to each product or underlying OS
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot problems with speed and efficiency.
• Effectively interact with internal and external personnel to coordinate and resolve complex issues Planning, deployment, installation, and upgrades of OS and applications
• Integration with Enterprise level administration of common network services such as Active Directory, DNS, TCP/IP, DHCP and troubleshooting.
• High level analytics and research skills - must be detail oriented.
• Hands on experience in writing PowerShell script.
• Knowledge of external storage systems such as IBM V7k, Pure Storage and Netapp
• Knowledge of Active Directory services, LDAP
• Knowledge of Terminal/Citrix XenApp/Xendesktop server
• Understanding of general network topology and operation
• Demonstrated ability to research and create detailed computing system documentation and operational guides/procedures.
• Experience developing, documenting, deploying, and maintaining Windows golden OS images.
• Understanding of ITIL process & terms

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience as a Windows/VMware System Administrator
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with a diverse user community in quick-response situations and to coordinate / collaborate with team members.
• Experience developing effective, proactive monitoring and alerting to assure system uptime.
• High level troubleshooting skills at the OS, virtualization and hardware layer
• Understanding of networking topology and protocols
• Clear and concise communications both written and verbal.
• Good Understanding of AI
• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Ready to work in 24X7 Shifts & on call schedule.
• Training: The post holder will be expected to undertake training to ensure that her/his skills are current.

Accendra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

Note: Accendra is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our Company via email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our Company. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company as a result of the referral or through other means.