Senior Windows & VMware Systems Lead

Delan Associates, Inc; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Delan Associates, Inc. seeks a Senior IT Systems Administrator focused on Windows and VMware to lead complex infrastructure initiatives across multiple datacenters in the Miami area. You will steer projects, mentor engineers, and ensure 24/7 availability with strong security and change-management discipline.

The role blends hands-on administration with strategic leadership, requiring excellent communication and cross-team collaboration to deliver on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on Windows Server administration.
• 5+ years of VMware vSphere administration experience.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and automation.
• Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• Knowledge of storage technologies (SAN, NAS, local storage).
• Familiarity with monitoring tools and performance optimization.
• Experience following formal change management practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end infrastructure projects including Windows Server upgrades and VMware upgrades.
• Develop comprehensive project schedules, timelines, and resource plans.
• Provide regular status updates to stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage project dependencies.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.
• Mentor junior administrators and provide technical guidance.
• Maintain 24/7 system availability through proactive monitoring and maintenance.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and documentation.

Skills

Windows Server administration

VMware vSphere administration

PowerShell scripting

Automation

Monitoring tools

Change management

Leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

VxRail

vCenter

ESXi

SAN/NAS storage

Jira

Change Gear

Job description

Delan Associates, Inc. seeks a Senior IT Systems Administrator focused on Windows and VMware to lead complex infrastructure initiatives across multiple datacenters in the Miami area. You will steer projects, mentor engineers, and ensure 24/7 availability with strong security and change-management discipline.

The role blends hands-on administration with strategic leadership, requiring excellent communication and cross-team collaboration to deliver on time and within budget.