Senior VMware Architect – Remote Job

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ID: 25975

Position: Senior Windows and VMware Architect (6B/7A)

(AD – IAM – VMWare Architect – Infra Architect)

Location: Remote (CST and EST Time Zone Pref.)

Candidate might have to visit to client location if required.

Resource Type: Contractor

Early joiners required who can start immediately once BGC is clear.

Experience Required: 15-25 years

Job Summary:

The Windows and VMware Architect is responsible for the design, implementation, administration, and support of enterprise-grade Microsoft Windows Server and VMware environments. This role plays a critical part in ensuring infrastructure stability, performance, and scalability, with a strong focus on migration projects, virtualization, and automation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 15–25 years of experience in enterprise Windows Server and VMware environments.
• Proven track record in infrastructure architecture, modernization, and migration projects.
• Strong scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, PowerCLI).
• Preferred Certifications: VMware VCP-DCV / VCAP-DCV, Microsoft MCSE / Azure Architect, ITIL Foundation

1. Windows Server Architecture & Design

• Architect and oversee the deployment, configuration, and lifecycle management of Windows Server environments (2012–2022).
• Design and lead in-place and parallel upgrade strategies to minimize downtime and risk.
• Define standards for Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and system hardening.
• Architect and implement Windows Server Clustering for high availability of application and database workloads.
• Establish performance baselines and ensure system reliability through proactive monitoring and tuning.
• Define patching, backup, and security policies aligned with enterprise standards.

2. VMware Infrastructure Strategy

• Architect and manage enterprise-grade VMware environments including vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, NSX, and SRM.
• Design and optimize HA, DRS, vMotion, and Storage vMotion configurations for performance and availability.
• Lead VMware infrastructure upgrades, patching cycles, and capacity planning.
• Provide L4-L5-level support and root cause analysis for complex virtualization issues.

3. Infrastructure Modernization & Migration

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of legacy system migrations, hardware refreshes, and data center builds.
• Design and execute P2V and V2V migrations using tools like VMware Converter and PlateSpin.
• Collaborate on cloud migration strategies (Azure, AWS, hybrid models) and integration with on-prem infrastructure.

4. Business Continuity, Security & Automation

• Define and implement backup and disaster recovery architectures.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and security frameworks (PCI-DSS, ISO, DISA STIGs).
• Collaborate with InfoSec teams to apply baselines, perform vulnerability remediation, and enforce access controls.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell and PowerCLI to streamline operations.

5. Documentation, Governance & Collaboration

• Produce and maintain high-level and low-level design documents, runbooks, and operational procedures.
• Participate in architectural reviews, change advisory boards, and incident response planning.
• Act as a technical liaison between infrastructure, application, network, and database teams.

Thanks & Regards,

Vineet Kumar Sharma

Senior Recruitment Executive – (US Operations)

Email: VineetS@vbeyond.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vineetrpo

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