Garrison Associates LLC · 1 week ago
Senior VMware Systems Engineer
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expGarrison Associates LLC is a leading writer of Property & Casualty Reinsurance, seeking a Senior VMware Systems Engineer to join their global Datacenter Services team in New York. This role involves managing VMware platforms, providing expert support to various IT teams, and leading infrastructure projects while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
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Hiring Manager
Ed Ashburn
Responsibilities
Serve as the final escalation point for complex issues related to VMware, SAN, backup and replication systems, and fabric switch infrastructure
Act as a senior technical leader within the Datacenter Services team, providing strategic input and hands-on expertise
Collaborate with the Security team to implement secure monitoring solutions and ensure VMware environments adhere to corporate security standards
Support the evaluation, deployment, and investigation of emerging security technologies and solutions
Partner with global Infrastructure and ServiceDesk teams to develop and implement automation solutions that enhance operational efficiency
Lead project management and execution for datacenter and regional office relocations, upgrades, and infrastructure changes
Contribute to cross-functional design and implementation initiatives across various IT domains
Mentor junior engineers, promoting knowledge sharing and adherence to best practices
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system architecture, configurations, and operational procedures
Ensure systems remain compliant with industry standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements throughout their lifecycle
Design and implement scalable, resilient system architectures aligned with business objectives
Continuously analyze and optimize system performance, scalability, and reliability
Own the global VMware infrastructure, including its implementation, administration, and ongoing maintenance
Provide support to the network team in managing LAN and WAN environments
Coordinate with third-party vendors to resolve hardware and software issues efficiently
Build and maintain strong relationships with IT stakeholders across all business units
Create and manage end-user FAQs and technical communications; deliver training and knowledge-sharing sessions for both technical and business staff
Share responsibility for datacenter change management processes, including infrastructure approvals and monthly reporting
Contribute to systems engineering efforts supporting product development, architectural planning, and operational support for both new and existing technologies
Manage and support VMware environments across test, development, disaster recovery, and production landscapes
Provide architectural guidance and strategic direction for the company’s VMware roadmap
Ensure service-level agreements are consistently met or exceeded for production systems and incident resolution
Adhere to and enforce compliance with all relevant technology standards, procedures, and operational processes
Qualification
Required
Deep expertise in the full VMware product suite, with extensive hands-on experience in enterprise environments
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft technologies, including server and infrastructure platforms
Strong understanding of storage protocols and technologies, including Fibre Channel, iSCSI, and NFS
In-depth knowledge of SAN infrastructure, with practical experience in Dell PowerStore and NetApp systems
Solid background in Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, including DHCP, DNS, VPN, and NAT configurations
Proven experience with Rubrik backup and recovery solutions
Comprehensive understanding of hardware stack dependencies, including power, cooling, and network services across all facilities
Exceptional customer service and communication skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality support
Skilled in creating technical documentation and delivering training to facilitate knowledge transfer across teams
Experience with Red Hat Linux, Rubrik, SANs, and VMware administration considered a strong advantage
Proficient in scripting with Bash, PowerShell, or similar languages to automate tasks and streamline operations
Demonstrated project management capabilities, with a track record of successfully leading complex IT initiatives
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on root cause analysis and resolution
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences
Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline or equivalent experience
10+ years experience supporting a multi vendor environment including SAN, virtualisation and Microsoft products
Preferred
VMware and Linux certification an advantage
Company
Garrison Associates LLC
Garrison Associates concentrates on the full-time contingency placement business.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase