Job Role: IT VMWare Systems Engineer
Location/Hours: San Diego, CA (Onsite daily)
Contract Type: W2/C2C
Experience Required: 12+ Years
Job Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, configure, upgrade, and administer hardware and software across multiple technology domains.
- Manage VMware environments, including VM provisioning, vCenter, and ESXi updates.Perform environment clean-up and monitoring to ensure efficient system performance.
- Administer Microsoft Windows Server OS, including the installation of patches and vulnerability remediation.
- Provision and manage Storage Area Networks (SAN), including LUN and file share provisioning and permissions.Manage enterprise backup software and monitor the environment, ensuring remediation of failed backups.
- Diagnose and resolve issues in collaboration with customers and across assigned domains.
- Provide recommendations for IT process improvements and technology implementations.
- Assist in implementing cybersecurity measures and promoting system security awareness.Create, organize, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation.
- Participate in project teams and offer technical support to meet deadlines and achieve project goals.
- Stay current with new technologies, standards, and techniques related to the District’s IT environment.
- Provide mentorship and informal guidance to peers and junior staff members
Required Skills:
- Strong experience in IT systems management across multiple technology domains (e.g., server provisioning, network infrastructure, cloud computing).Proficiency in VMware environments, including vCenter, ESXi updates, and VM provisioning.Knowledge of environment clean-up processes and system performance monitoring.
- Experience with Microsoft Windows Server OS, including patch installation and vulnerability remediation.Expertise in SAN management, including LUN provisioning, file share provisioning, and permissions.Proficiency with enterprise backup software, including monitoring and remediation of failed backups.Knowledge of backup, redundant power, and environmental control and monitoring systems.
- Expertise in systems security (firewalls, encryption, intrusion prevention).Proven ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience in conducting systems analysis and performance monitoring.
Familiarity with cloud computing platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Beneficial Skills (But Not Required):
- Experience working within a public safety or government environment.
- Familiarity with telecommunications systems, video conferencing, and public safety radio systems.
- Knowledge of enterprise resource planning systems (ERP) and geographical information systems (GIS).
- Certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, or CompTIA Security+.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT management, or related field with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or a 2-year degree/certification with 5 years of experience.