Systems Administrator - LLJP00001442 at Softworld Inc

***Due to the nature of the work being performed US Citizenship is required***

Job Title: Systems Administrator

Location: Lexington MA 02420 Remote

Onsite Requirement

• VMware administration and core components (storage and networking)
• Networking experience (e.g. routing, switching and TCP/IP protocol)
• Active Directory Administration and GPOs

Job Description:
This role is locally remote - must be within 100 miles of Lexington, MA

Must Have:

• Demonstrated expertise with the VMware Horizon View environment including Connection Servers, Desktop Pools, vCenter, thin/zero clients, including but not limited to:

Using VMware's Dynamic Environment Manager (DEM) for user profile management
Using App Volumes to virtualize applications
Knowledge of ESX cluster running on a Cisco HX HCI cluster
Expert ability to install, configure, optimize, and maintain VMware Horizon View

• Experience configuring the VMware Horizon Client, Dell Thin Clients, Thin OS and/or Dell Wyse Management Suite
• Expert hands-on administration experience with VMware tools including ESX, ESXi/vSphere, vCenter, vMotion, DRS, and other virtualization technologies and concepts.
• The ability to work with vendors (VMware, Cisco, Dell) to set expectations, address issues, and resolve them in a timely manner.
• Possesses a deep understanding of VMware core components and their relation to storage and networking and is proficient in datacenter design methodologies.
• Strong fundamental knowledge with Active Directory Administration, GPOs
• Strong overall network skills (e.g. routing, switching and TCP/IP protocol)
• Strong scripting experience as well as experience with task automation (PowerShell)
• Strong foundational skills in organizing and managing technical projects.
• Ability to work independently toward delivery of goals as well as collaborate in team efforts.
• Demonstrate the ability to learn new technologies and disciplines quickly.
• Ability to document processes and procedures.
• Ability to coordinate efforts with other technology teams including Desktop Engineering, Networking and Client Services.
• Excellent customer service skills and exceptional customer facing skills are required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Preferred Skills:

• VMWare Certifications
• Experience with VDI Assessment Tools such as Liquid ware Stratusphere
• Desktop as a Service experience
• Application virtualization

Work from Home:
This position is locally remote and may require onsite, however the onsite work will NOT be regular.

Clearance:
Position requires active Secret Clearance (or a higher clearance) in order to be considered due to the nature of the work being done.