Windows & VMWARE Virtualization Engineer

Responsibilities: Windows Server Administration • Install, configure, and manage Microsoft Windows Server (2016/2019/2022). • Administer Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and file services. • Manage user access, permissions, and identity controls. • Perform patch management and system hardening in line with security policies. • Monitor server performance and troubleshoot system issues. • Support certificate management and basic PowerShell scripting. VMware Virtualization Management • Administer and support VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter environments. • Provision, configure, and maintain virtual machines. • Manage VMware features such as vMotion, HA, DRS, and snapshots. • Monitor cluster health, resource utilization, and capacity. • Perform upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management of VMware infrastructure. • Assist in DR setup and testing (SRM or equivalent tools). Incident and Problem Management • Investigate and resolve L1/L2 technical incidents. • Conduct root cause analysis for major incidents and implement corrective actions. • Participate in on-call or out-of-hours support as required. • Work within ITIL frameworks for incident, problem, and change management. • Maintain detailed documentation of configurations and procedures. Security & Compliance Management • Ensure infrastructure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, internal policies). • Work closely with security, audit, and infrastructure teams to drive compliance initiatives and remediation activities. • Perform regular security assessments, vulnerability tracking, and remediation coordination. • Manage and enforce patching strategies for Windows servers and VMware environments. • Implement and monitor role-based access control (RBAC) and least privilege principles. • Support audit activities, evidence collection, and closure of audit findings. • Maintain compliance dashboards, reports, and documentation. • Identify security gaps and recommend improvements across infrastructure. Project & Improvement Initiatives • Assist with server migrations, upgrades, and consolidation projects. • Participate in infrastructure optimisation and automation initiatives. • Maintain and update technical documentation and runbooks. Requirement: Technical Skills • Practical experience with enterprise virtualisation, storage, and backup solutions. • Hands-on knowledge of VMware, Nutanix, Dell HCI, and Dell storage platforms. • Experience with enterprise backup and recovery solutions (IDPA, PowerProtect, Rubrik). • Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems. • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues. • 4–8 years of experience in Windows Server and VMware administration. Strong hands-on experience with: • Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 • Active Directory & Group Policy • VMware vSphere, ESXi, vCenter • Good understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls). • Experience with backup and disaster recovery concepts. Professional Skills • Familiarity with ITIL processes. • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Good documentation and communication skills. To apply,simply click the "Apply" button or send your updated profile to recruit@percept-solutions.com EA Licence No.:18S9405 / EA Reg. No.:R1330864 Percept Solutions is expanding and actively seeking talented individuals. We encourage applicants to follow Percept Solutions on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/percept-solutions/ to stay informed about new opportunities and events.