Windows and VMware Server Administration (11101-1) Irving, TX

ESR Healthcare; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare technology company in Irving, TX is seeking a Windows and VMware Server Administrator with a minimum of 10 years of IT experience. The ideal candidate should have strong skills in Windows and VMware administration, excellent analytical abilities, and a Bachelor’s degree. Responsibilities include installing and maintaining server environments, managing Active Directory, and ensuring disaster recovery plans are effective. Candidates with Azure and VMware certifications will be at an advantage.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in Information Technology.
• Minimum of 3+ years in Windows administration.
• Minimum of 7+ years in VMware administration.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain Windows Server environments.
• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
• Install and maintain VMware vSphere and ESXi hosts.
• Ensure reliable disaster recovery and conduct tests.

Skills

Windows administration

VMware administration

Active Directory

PowerShell scripting

Cloud IAM (OKTA)

Azure

Disaster recovery planning

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

VMware vSphere

ServiceNow

Jira

Veeam

Job description

Windows and VMware Server Administration (11101-1) Irving, TX

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Experience level: Mid-senior Experience required: 10 Years Education level: Bachelor’s degree Job function: Information Technology Industry: Information Technology and Services Pay rate : View hourly payrate Total position: 1 Relocation assistance: No Visa sponsorship eligibility: No
Mandatory Technical Skills (Windows)

Minimum of 3+ years of experience in Windows administration (within overall 10+ years total experience)
Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments (2012/2016/2019/2022)
Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and other core infrastructure services
Apply security patches, system updates, and service packs regularly
Knowledge of OKTA cloud-based IAM tasks
Good knowledge of Azure environment and VDI creation
Perform user and permissions management, including domain joins and policy enforcement
Troubleshoot hardware, software, OS, and virtualization issues
Analyze event logs and system alerts to proactively identify and resolve issues
Implement and enforce security policies and best practices
Apply OS hardening, antivirus solutions, and vulnerability remediation
Maintain up-to-date documentation on systems, configurations, and procedures
Generate reports on system status, performance, usage, and incidents
Document change management and support tickets in ITSM platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira)
Use PowerShell and other scripting tools to automate administrative tasks
Deploy automated processes for server provisioning, patching, and monitoring
Mandatory Technical Skills (VMware)

Minimum of 7+ years of experience in VMware administration (within overall 10+ years total experience)
Install, configure, and maintain VMware vSphere, vCenter, and ESXi hosts
Create, configure, and manage virtual machines (VMs) and resource pools
Perform VM migrations (vMotion, Storage vMotion) and manage host clusters
Monitor virtual infrastructure for performance, capacity, and availability issues
Good knowledge of Veeam backup tool
Ensure reliable disaster recovery (DR) plans and regular DR testing
Perform data restores and system recoveries when necessary
VMware ESXi server patch updates and upgrades
Good knowledge of vROps with ability to customize reports and fine-tune servers
Mandatory Functional Skills

Strong communication skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective interpersonal skills
Added advantage if Azure and VMware certified