System Administrator

YO IT Consulting; Chennai District; On-site; INR 8,000,000 - 12,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work with cutting-edge virtualization technologies

Professional development support

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

YO IT Consulting is looking for an experienced System Administrator to join their team in Chennai. The role focuses on L2 Server Virtualization Support, requiring 6-8 years of relevant experience in managing virtual systems using VMware and Hyper-V. The position demands skills in troubleshooting, optimizing performance, and ensuring security within virtual environments.

You will work in a rotational shift setup, contributing to comprehensive virtualization support. The company offers opportunities to work with the latest technologies and professional development.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of relevant experience in server virtualization support.
• Extensive experience with VMware vSphere, ESXi, and Microsoft Hyper-V.
• Proficiency in VM provisioning and management including storage management.
• Strong familiarity with networking concepts related to virtual environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for server virtualization platforms including VMware and Hyper-V.
• Diagnose and resolve escalated virtualization issues.
• Optimize VM configurations and monitor resource utilization.
• Execute updates and patches on virtual infrastructure to ensure compliance.

Skills

Server virtualization technologies

VMware vSphere

Microsoft Hyper-V

Performance tuning

Communication skills

Analytical and troubleshooting skills

Tools

VMware vRealize Operations

SolarWinds

Nagios

Job description

Experience: 6 to 9 years

Work Mode: Shift Timing: Rotational shift including night shifts (All 5 days’ work from office)

Job Title: System Administrator

Job Descriptions

System Administrator - Server Virtualization Support

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced System Administrator to join our team in a critical L2 Server Virtualization Support role. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of relevant experience and will be responsible for providing advanced support for server virtualization environments. This position involves managing, troubleshooting, and optimizing virtualized systems to ensure high availability, performance, and security within platforms like VMware and Hyper‑V.

Key Responsibilities

Virtual Environment Management

• Provide comprehensive support for server virtualization platforms including VMware vSphere, ESXi, and Microsoft Hyper‑V
• Provision, configure, and manage virtual machines (VMs) ensuring compliance with organizational performance and security standards
• Monitor virtual infrastructure for capacity, performance, and stability while performing regular health checks and addressing system alerts

Troubleshooting and Incident Management

• Diagnose and resolve escalated virtualization issues including VM performance problems, connectivity issues, and hypervisor-level complications
• Handle incident escalations from L1 support teams, collaborating with cross-functional teams to address issues impacting virtualized environments
• Conduct thorough root cause analysis for recurring issues and implement preventative measures to minimize future incidents

Performance Optimization

• Optimize VM configurations (CPU, memory, storage) to align with application requirements and performance standards
• Monitor resource utilization and identify opportunities for performance tuning and workload balancing within virtual clusters
• Support capacity planning and scaling of virtual resources based on usage trends and future growth requirements

Patching and Maintenance

• Execute updates, patches, and maintenance activities on virtual infrastructure and hypervisors to ensure security and compliance
• Schedule and conduct maintenance windows with minimal disruption to business operations, coordinating effectively with IT and user teams

Documentation and Knowledge Sharing

• Document common troubleshooting procedures, configurations, and best practices for virtualization environments
• Create and maintain comprehensive knowledge base for support teams
• Provide guidance and training to L1 support teams on standard operating procedures and troubleshooting techniques for basic virtualization issues

Required Qualifications

Experience and Technical Skills

• 6-8 years of relevant experience in server virtualization support
• Extensive experience with server virtualization technologies, specifically VMware vSphere, ESXi, and Microsoft Hyper‑V
• Proficiency in VM provisioning, configuration, and management, including deep understanding of resource allocation, snapshots, and storage management
• Strong familiarity with storage technologies (SAN/NAS) and networking concepts as they relate to virtual environments
• Knowledge of monitoring tools for virtualization environments (e.g., VMware vRealize Operations, SolarWinds, Nagios) and hands‑on experience with performance tuning
• Basic scripting knowledge in PowerShell, Python or similar languages for automation of routine tasks and troubleshooting

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving complex virtualization issues
• Excellent communication skills in English for documentation, incident resolution, and knowledge sharing
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and handle escalated technical issues
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high‑quality documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant industry certifications such as VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator
• Experience with cloud virtualization platforms
• Knowledge of automation and orchestration tools
• Experience in enterprise‑level virtualization environments

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge virtualization technologies
• Professional development and certification support
• Collaborative work environment with experienced technical teams
• Challenging projects that will enhance your technical expertise