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Leader Communications Inc. (LCI)

VMware ESXI Administrator

Leader Communications Inc. (LCI), Portsmouth, Virginia, United States, 23703

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Leader Communications Inc. (LCI) Position Summary: Seeking a full-time, experienced VMware ESXI Administrator with 10-15 years of demonstrated expertise in designing, deploying, and maintaining VMware infrastructure in enterprise and data center environments. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical knowledge of VMware ESXi, vCenter, and virtual desktop solutions, combined with strong skills in Windows domain architecture and integration. This role requires hands-on experience in building and supporting secure, scalable, and high-availability virtual environments while ensuring compliance with organizational standards and industry best practices. The VMware ESXi Administrator will play a key role in supporting IT infrastructure operations, implementing new solutions, and ensuring the stability and performance of mission-critical systems.

Note: This is a full-time position and may involve responsibilities across VMware infrastructure, Windows domain integration, and virtual desktop environments.

Duties & Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and administer VMware infrastructure components including ESXi hosts, vCenter Server, and associated management tools. Manage and maintain virtualized environments supporting high availability, scalability, and secure operations. Oversee Microsoft Windows domain architecture, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP, ensuring seamless integration with VMware infrastructure. Configure, administer, and support virtual desktop environments (e.g., Horizon View), VM templates, snapshots, and virtual networking. Provision and manage storage systems (iSCSI, NFS, VMFS), including patch management, backup, and disaster recovery planning. Conduct capacity planning, system monitoring, and performance tuning to proactively address infrastructure issues. Follow formal change management processes, maintaining accurate documentation in alignment with organizational standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to support IT infrastructure projects and operational objectives. VMware ESXi and vCenter design, deployment, and administration. Windows Server domain deployment, management, and configuration. Virtual desktop environments (Horizon View or equivalent). Storage provisioning (iSCSI, NFS, VMFS) and backup/disaster recovery solutions. Active Directory integration and Group Policy management. Network and virtual network configuration in VMware environments. Capacity planning, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting in enterprise virtualized environments.

Education & Experience Requirements

Must have a minimum of 10-15 years’ related experience. Bachelor's degree in an IT-related discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering) or Level II Certification (Security+ or better) AND four (4) years of relevant experience as described above. Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: SharePoint Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator, and CompTIA Security+ are desired. Active Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) registration. Security clearance: Secret.

Skill & Certification Requirements

Active Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) registration. VMware ESXi and vCenter design, deployment, and administration. Windows Server domain deployment, management, and configuration. Virtual desktop environments (Horizon View or equivalent). Storage provisioning (iSCSI, NFS, VMFS) and backup/disaster recovery solutions. Active Directory integration and Group Policy management. Network and virtual network configuration in VMware environments. Capacity planning, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting in enterprise virtualized environments. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and other standard applications. Position requires sitting for long periods; sedentary work may apply. Most duties require extended use of a keyboard and monitor; lifting up to 20-50 lbs may be required. LCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer for Veterans and Disabled; Leader Communications is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. For a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy, please email hr@lcibest.com.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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