VMware Horizon Specialist
Posted 5 days ago by Adecco
Negotiable
Inside
Undetermined
Ipswich, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The VMware Horizon Specialist role involves upgrading the VMware Horizon environment to the latest Omnissa Horizon version. The position requires extensive experience with VMware technologies and strong technical skills in Windows 11 and Microsoft Office. The specialist will be responsible for assessing the current infrastructure, planning and executing upgrades, and implementing security measures. This role is ideal for tech-savvy professionals who thrive in secure, offline settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review the current VMware Horizon Infrastructure, including ESXi hosts and vCenter Server.
- Develop a comprehensive upgrade plan, including timelines and rollback procedures.
- Conduct full upgrade testing in various Reference Test Environments.
- Plan and execute the upgrade of VMware ESXi hosts and vCenter Server.
- Upgrade all VDI clients to Windows 11 and install the latest Microsoft Office suite.
- Implement CIS Level 2 hardening for VMware Horizon components and conduct security audits.
- Compile detailed documentation of the upgrade process and provide training to the IT team.
Key Skills:
- Extensive experience with VMware Horizon, ESXi, and vCenter.
- Strong technical skills in Windows 11 and Microsoft Office installations.
- Proficient in implementing security measures and documenting processes.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Ipswich
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
VMware Horizon Specialist Contract Initial End Date: November 4, 2025 Location: Martlesham, East Suffolk Flexibe day rates inside IR35 via umbrella
Are you a VMware Horizon Specialist looking for your next challenge? Join us on an exciting project to upgrade our VMware Horizon environment to the latest Omnissa Horizon version. This is an excellent opportunity for tech-savvy professionals who thrive in a secure, offline setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assessment Phase: Review the current VMware Horizon Infrastructure, including ESXi hosts and vCenter Server. Identify components that require upgrades to support the latest version.
- Planning Phase: Develop a comprehensive upgrade plan, including timelines and rollback procedures, ensuring all necessary resources and approvals are in place.
- Testing Phase: Conduct full upgrade testing in various Reference Test Environments, capturing and resolving any issues before the production rollout.
- Upgrade Phase: Plan and execute the upgrade of VMware ESXi hosts and vCenter Server as needed. Support the installation and configuration of the latest version, ensuring thorough system and application testing.
- VDI Client Update Phase: Upgrade all VDI clients to Windows 11 and install the latest Microsoft Office suite. Verify application and system functionality post-upgrade.
- Security Hardening Phase: Implement CIS Level 2 hardening for VMware Horizon components, Windows 11 VDIs, and Microsoft Office. Conduct security audits to confirm compliance.
- Documentation and Handover: Compile detailed documentation of the upgrade process, configurations, and security measures implemented. Provide training and support to the IT team for ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting.
Deliverables:
- An upgraded VMware Horizon environment to the latest supportable version.
- Updated ESXi hosts and vCenter Server, if applicable.
- VDI clients running Windows 11 with the latest Microsoft Office suite.
- CIS Level 2 hardening applied across the environment.
- Comprehensive documentation and training materials for handover.
Who You Are:
You have extensive experience with VMware Horizon, ESXi, and vCenter. You possess strong technical skills in Windows 11 and Microsoft Office installations. You are proficient in implementing security measures and documenting processes. Your attention to detail and problem-solving abilities make you an ideal candidate for this role.
If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to a transformative upgrade project, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and make a meaningful impact on our VMware Horizon environment.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity organisation and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Desired Skills and Experience
You have extensive experience with VMware Horizon, ESXi, and vCenter. You possess strong technical skills in Windows 11 and Microsoft Office installations. You are proficient in implementing security measures and documenting processes. Your attention to detail and problem-solving abilities make you an ideal candidate for this role.