Skills
Required
data
planning
migration
server
virtualization
provisioning
documentation
collaboration
linux
vmware
raid
patching
checks
test
failover
support
configuration
dhcp
ip
security
integration
backup
monitoring
management
veeam
power
cabling
vsphere
citrix
networking
replication
strategies
scripting
automation
powershell
python
azure
sizing
Job
Description
The Systems & Data Center Engineer is responsible for defining, planning and executing infrastructure build and migration tasks across on-premises data centers and virtualized environments. This includes physical server setup, virtualization tasks, OS provisioning, platform refreshes, system hardening, documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. This role supports critical I&O projects such as data center refresh, consolidation, system migrations, disaster recovery and server lifecycle upgrades Key Responsibilities Define, plan and execute various data center projects Refresh and migration activities (physical & virtual) Provision and configure Windows/Linux servers on VMware Manage disk partitioning, RAID configurations Execute rehosting, rebuilding or replatforming of legacy systems to new platforms. Perform OS upgrades, patching, and system readiness checks Disaster Recovery Build & Test Disaster Recovery Plans. Plan and conduct failover/failback Map dependencies across infrastructure platforms Identify platform gaps affecting availability and implement fixes Platform Support & Configuration Configure services like DNS, DHCP, NPT, static IP’s, hostname conventions, ..etc Patching, OS upgrades and platform lifecycle updates Apply Servers hardening rules as per CIS or other security standards Support systems integration with backup, monitoring and management tools like veeam, sccm, …etc) Implement standard images or gold templates. Coordinate facilities, power, cooling and cabling needs Required Skills Hands-on experience with VMware vSphere Strong knowledge of Windows Server and Linux systems Strong knowledge in setting up, configuration and operation of Citrix environments Good understanding of IP networking, subnets, VLANs Familiar with remote management tools Experience with Veeam Backup & Replication + Orchestrator Familiarity with VMware SRM and replication strategies Scripting for automation (PowerShell or Python) Basic knowledge of Azure VM provisioning and sizing Show more Show less
