Wintel Engineer

Paracon; City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Wintel Engineer to enhance their Windows and Virtualization platforms. This role involves hands-on management of server configurations, system security, and virtualization technologies like VMware and Hyper-V. You'll collaborate closely with stakeholders and vendors to ensure optimal system performance and security. If you have a passion for technology and a proven track record in server management, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Wintel server management and virtualization administration.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server OS and VMware ESXi environments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage Windows Server OS and Virtualization platforms for optimal performance.
• Develop security policies and harden Windows Server OS.

Skills

Windows Server OS

PowerShell scripting

VMware ESXi

Hyper-V

Failover Clustering

System hardening

Virtualization platform management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

VMware Certified Professional (VCP)

Microsoft Certified: Windows Server and Hyper-V certifications

ITIL Foundation

Tools

SCVMM

VMware Tools

Job description

Wintel Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Wintel Engineer to join our team, responsible for ensuring the efficient monitoring, management, and security of Windows and Virtualization platforms. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Windows Server OS, PowerShell scripting, VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, and server/virtualization platform management. This role requires hands-on experience in server configuration, failover clustering, system hardening, and maintaining both production and non-production environments.

As a Wintel Engineer, you will play a key role in the ongoing development and implementation of Windows Server and Virtualization technologies, working closely with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors to optimize system performance, security, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Monitoring & Management:
   
   • Oversee the monitoring and management of Windows Server OS and Virtualization platforms to ensure optimal performance and availability.
   • Conduct regular performance analysis and reporting on the infrastructure under support.
2. System Security:
   
   • Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and controls to safeguard the system environment.
   • Hardening of Windows Server OS and ensuring compliance with security best practices.
3. Windows Server & Virtualization:
   
   • Installation, configuration, and hardening of Windows Server OS.
   • Administer and manage Failover Clustering and other high availability configurations for Windows Server.
   • Install, configure, and maintain VMware ESXi (7.x, 6.x, 8.0) and Hyper-V environments, including vMotion, HA, DRS, and data store management.
   • Manage Hyper-V clusters and Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM) environments.
4. PowerShell & Automation:
   
   • Utilize PowerShell scripting to automate tasks and streamline system management processes.
   • Implement and maintain automation solutions for system monitoring, updates, and other repetitive tasks.
5. Server & Virtualization Maintenance:
   
   • Manage both production and non-production environments, ensuring systems remain up-to-date and efficiently running.
   • Manage the configuration of virtual machines, templates, and VMware hosts.
   • Perform routine patching, updates, and troubleshooting of FTP, antivirus, and other server-related software.
6. Vendor Management:
   
   • Collaborate with third-party vendors for support, maintenance, and escalation management.
   • Manage the acquisition and implementation of new hardware and software solutions.
7. Change & Migration Management:
   
   • Validate changes on server virtualization/migration platforms, ensuring they align with technical requirements.
   • Coordinate migration plans, perform roll-back activities, and troubleshoot issues as needed.
8. Stakeholder Collaboration:
   
   • Present technical information to stakeholders, ensuring all changes, upgrades, and issues are clearly communicated.
   • Advise and guide technical stakeholders regarding platform requirements, configurations, and approaches.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
2. VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent.
3. Microsoft Certified: Windows Server and Hyper-V certifications (MCSA/MCSE).
4. ITIL Foundation or equivalent is a plus.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

1. 5+ years strong working experience.
2. In-depth knowledge of Windows Server OS and VMware ESXi (7.x, 6.x, 8.0) environments.
3. Strong experience in PowerShell scripting and automation.
4. Hands-on experience with Failover Clustering for Windows Server.
5. Proficiency in Hyper-V installation and management, including SCVMM.
6. Knowledge of server hardening, security management, and best practices for system security.
7. Experience in virtualization platform maintenance, including VMware and Hyper-V, in both production and non-production environments.

Experience:

1. Proven experience in Wintel server management and virtualization administration.
2. Hands-on experience with system center virtual machine manager and server virtualization migration.
3. Strong background in third-party vendor management and support collaboration.

Job Type:

• Contract

Workplace Type:

• Hybrid

Location:

• South Africa

Experience Level:

• Senior

If you believe that you have what it takes, please contact Kivara Rajgopal on [Email Address Removed] or [Phone Number Removed].

Desired Skills:

• PowerShell
• Windows Server
• VMware Tools
• Hyper-V
• SCVMM
• Failover Clustering
• Wintel Server

Desired Qualification Level:

• Diploma