Senior Windows and VMware Engineer

The Dignify Solutions, LLC; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT Services and IT Consulting company in Jersey City is looking for a Senior Windows Engineer. The role involves installing, configuring, and maintaining Windows Server environments, managing VMware infrastructure, and ensuring system security. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree and significant experience in server administration.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in Windows Server and VMware administration.
• Proven experience in server and virtualization migrations.
• Certifications preferred: MCSE, VCP-DCV, ITIL Foundation.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments.
• Administer VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, NSX.
• Implement and manage backup and disaster recovery strategies.

Skills

Server and virtualization migrations

Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, PowerCLI)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field

Job description

• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments (2012/2016/2019/2022).
• Perform in-place and parallel upgrades of Windows Server systems with minimal downtime.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Windows OS, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Design, implement, and manage Windows Server Clustering for application and database high availability.
• Monitor system performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
• Apply OS patches and upgrades on a regular basis and upgrade administrative tools and utilities.
• Maintain system security through access controls, backups, and firewalls.
• Collaborate with application and database teams to ensure seamless integration and performance.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and changes.
• Provide Tier 2/3 support for escalated issues.
• VMware Infrastructure Management
• Administer VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, NSX, and SRM.
• Configure and manage HA, DRS, vMotion, and Storage vMotion.
• Perform regular health checks, patching, and upgrades of VMware infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot complex virtualization issues and provide L3-L4 support.
• Migration & Modernization Projects
• Lead or support migration of legacy Windows Servers to newer versions.
• Plan and execute VMware infrastructure upgrades and hardware refreshes.
• Perform P2V and V2V migrations using tools like PlateSpin, VMware Converter.
• Assist in cloud migration initiatives (Azure/AWS/Hybrid).
• Backup, DR & Security
• Implement and manage backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Ensure compliance with security standards (PCI-DSS, ISO, DISA STIGs).
• Collaborate with security teams to apply baselines and perform vulnerability remediation.
• Develop PowerShell and PowerCLI scripts for automation of routine tasks.
• Maintain detailed documentation of systems, configurations, and procedures.
• Work closely with application, network, and database teams for integrated support.
• Participate in change management and incident resolution processes.
  
  

• Windows Server Administration
• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments (2012/2016/2019/2022).
• Perform in-place and parallel upgrades of Windows Server systems with minimal downtime.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Windows OS, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Design, implement, and manage Windows Server Clustering for application and database high availability.
• Monitor system performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
• Apply OS patches and upgrades on a regular basis and upgrade administrative tools and utilities.
• Maintain system security through access controls, backups, and firewalls.
• Collaborate with application and database teams to ensure seamless integration and performance.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and changes.
• Provide Tier 2/3 support for escalated issues.
• VMware Infrastructure Management
• Administer VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, NSX, and SRM.
• Configure and manage HA, DRS, vMotion, and Storage vMotion.
• Perform regular health checks, patching, and upgrades of VMware infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot complex virtualization issues and provide L3-L4 support.
• Migration & Modernization Projects
• Lead or support migration of legacy Windows Servers to newer versions.
• Plan and execute VMware infrastructure upgrades and hardware refreshes.
• Perform P2V and V2V migrations using tools like PlateSpin, VMware Converter.
• Assist in cloud migration initiatives (Azure/AWS/Hybrid).
• Backup, DR & Security
• Implement and manage backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Ensure compliance with security standards (PCI-DSS, ISO, DISA STIGs).
• Collaborate with security teams to apply baselines and perform vulnerability remediation.
• Develop PowerShell and PowerCLI scripts for automation of routine tasks.
• Documentation & Collaboration
• Maintain detailed documentation of systems, configurations, and procedures.
• Work closely with application, network, and database teams for integrated support.
• Participate in change management and incident resolution processes.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 10-15 years of experience in Windows Server and VMware administration.
• Proven experience in server and virtualization migrations.
• Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, PowerCLI).
• Certifications preferred: MCSE, VCP-DCV, ITIL Foundation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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