Role: VMware Lead Administrator
location: Detroit, MI (Day 1 onsite)
Type: Contract
Job Description:
We are looking for a skilled Lead Administrator to join our team in Detroit, MI. As a Lead Administrator, you will be responsible for managing VMware & Windows L2\L3 operations. Your role will involve responding to and resolving incidents, performing installations, configurations, testing, troubleshooting, and coordinating with third parties for hardware replacements and upgrades. Additionally, you will be involved in patch management, root cause analysis, application installs and upgrades, and ensuring adherence to company standards.
Qualifications:
Minimum 4+ years of experience in VMware 6.7, 7.0, 8.0
Strong knowledge of VMware, Cisco UCS, Virtualization, and Windows Server Administration
Experience with WSUS, SCCM, and Hyper-V
Knowledge of MSCS Clustering, Microsoft KMS, and backup solutions
Understanding of Storage and SAN switches
Monitoring tools experience is a plus
Microsoft Windows certification is an advantage
Personal Attributes:
Accepts Responsibility
Openness
Positive attitude
Integrity
Commitment
Judgement
Organized
Proactive
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Responsibilities in Architecture Planning, Migration & Installation
Lead architecture planning, migration & installation for new projects
Design platforms, middleware, databases, and backups ensuring scalability
Conduct capacity planning and review system requirements
Implement disaster recovery and backup plans
Manage day-to-day tower operations, troubleshoot issues, conduct root cause analysis, and plan upgrades/maintenance
Review technical performance, improve efficiency, deploy SOPs and provide status reports
Develop Service Improvement Plans through automation for higher efficiency
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Team Management:
Resourcing:
Forecast talent requirements and hire resources
Train direct reports for recruitment decisions
Talent Management:
Ensure compliance to onboarding and training standards
Build talent pool and promote diversity in leadership
Performance Management:
Set goals, conduct reviews, and ensure team understanding of performance programs
Employee Satisfaction and Engagement:
Lead engagement initiatives, track team satisfaction, challenge with enriching projects, and recognize achievements