VMware Administrator

Synergy Staffing; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Staffing is seeking a seasoned VMware Administrator/Engineer with 7-10+ years of hands-on experience to maintain and optimize enterprise VMware environments across converged and hyper-converged infrastructure.

You will manage vCenter, VCF, Aria Automation/Operations, SRM, and related components, lead day-to-day operations, perform patching, automation, and ensure security and compliance while coordinating high-priority projects.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in VMware administration within enterprise converged/hyper-converged environments.
• Hands-on experience with VCF architecture and deep expertise in vCenter.
• Proven experience with VMware Aria Operations and Aria Automation.
• Solid background in VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM) or equivalent DR frameworks.
• Strong operational communication, meticulous attention to detail, and top-tier documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Maintenance: Execute day-to-day administration, monthly patching cycles, health monitoring, and system reporting across vCenter and VCF stacks.
• Automation & Disaster Recovery: Utilize VMware Aria Automation and SRM to drive operational efficiency and robust DR readiness.
• Security & Compliance: Enforce security standards and maintain infrastructure resilience.
• Project & Activity Coordination: Manage high-volume project workloads with prioritization, activity tracking, and documentation.

Skills

VMware administration

VCF (VMware Cloud Foundation)

VMware Aria Operations

VMware Aria Automation

Disaster Recovery (SRM)

Operational communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS or related field

Job description

We are seeking a seasoned VMware Administrator / Engineer with 7–10+ years of hands-on experience to maintain, optimize, and support our enterprise VMware virtual environments across both converged and hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI).

In this role, you will play a critical part in day-to-day operations, monthly patching routines, system automation, and security compliance. You will directly manage key components of our VMware suite—including vCenter, VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), Aria Automation, Aria Operations, and Site Recovery Manager (SRM).

Key Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Maintenance: Execute day-to-day administration, monthly patching cycles, health monitoring, and system reporting across vCenter and VCF stacks.
• Automation & Disaster Recovery: Utilize VMware Aria Automation and Site Recovery Manager (SRM) to drive operational efficiency and robust DR readiness.
• Security & Compliance: Collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to enforce strict security standards and maintain infrastructure resilience.
• Project & Activity Coordination: Manage high-volume project workloads with intense prioritization, rigorous activity tracking, and clear documentation.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 7+ Years of Experience in VMware Administration within enterprise converged/hyper-converged environments.
• VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Stack: Hands-on experience with VCF architecture and deep expertise in vCenter.
• VMware Aria Suite: Proven experience with VMware Aria Operations and Aria Automation.
• Disaster Recovery: Solid background in VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM) or equivalent DR frameworks.
• Core Competencies: Strong operational communication, meticulous attention to detail, and top-tier documentation skills.

Education Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred (not required); equivalent hands-on experience strongly considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and value diversity across our workforce.