
VM Ware Specialist (VMware vCenter/ESXi) - Contract
Posted 1 week ago by Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited on JobServe
Negotiable
Inside
Onsite
West Sussex or South Yorkshire or East Midlands, UK
Summary: Methods is seeking two VMware Specialists for an ongoing project involving a discovery phase followed by a migration process. The initial phase will last 3 to 4 weeks during normal working hours, followed by a 3 to 4 month migration period that will occur out of hours at a Data Centre. The role requires in-depth knowledge of VMware technologies and networking security protocols. Candidates must be prepared for 8-hour shifts starting at 6 PM.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct installation, configuration, and management of VMware vCenter and ESXi.
- Upgrade vCenter and ESXi versions from older, unsupported versions to the latest supported versions.
- Understand network configurations and security protocols, particularly in air-gapped environments.
- Utilize NSX-V and NSX-T for network virtualization and security.
- Ensure data integrity through proficient backup and recovery processes during upgrades.
- Create and verify backups prior to performing upgrades.
Key Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of VMware vCenter and ESXi.
- Experience with upgrading VMware versions.
- Understanding of network configurations and security protocols.
- Familiarity with NSX-V and NSX-T.
- Proficiency in backup and recovery processes.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT