VM Ware Specialist (VMware vCenter/ESXi) - Contract

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