Digital & IT Senior Analyst

Job#: 2029264

Job Description:

Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for a Systems Engineer / Digital & IT Sr. Analyst (Virtualization Engineer) on behalf of our client.  Please apply if interested and qualified.  Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.  
 
Position:  Systems/Virtualization Engineer (Digital & IT Sr. Analyst)
Location: 4 days onsite per week
Duration: Contract to hire
Pay Rate Range:  $110 -120K
Project Description: 
Responsible for designing, planning, installing, and supporting the global compute, storage, backup, and disaster recovery infrastructure solutions for client in both regional datacenters and individual facilities. We are seeking mid to senior level experience managing Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) environments - (Dell VxRail,, Nutanix AHV, Cisco Hyperflex, VMware, virtualization, etc.)
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Become a critical member of the team responsible for the planning, implementation, support, and maintenance of infrastructure solutions specific to compute, storage, backup, and disaster recovery.
  • Daily environmental health monitoring, proactively remediating any identified issues.
  • Resolution of reported incidents and fulfillment of requests pertaining to the compute infrastructure.
  • Implement changes utilizing ITIL based change management procedures.
  • Lead efforts toward the automation and instrumentation of daily/weekly/monthly maintenance on infrastructure hardware end points to ensure optimal performance.
  • Build pre-defined technical solutions that will enhance performance, increase redundancy, and add flexibility to the existing infrastructure.
  • Lead the replacement of compute/storage infrastructure in key client locations with corporate approved technologies.
  • Assist in deploying a backup solution across EMG sites that is consistent with corporate guidelines and standards.
  • Assist in defining, testing, and deploying a disaster recovery solution for all critical EMG applications that is consistent with corporate guidelines and standards.
  • Evaluate and document current policies and practices against Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements.  Conduct remediation activities when necessary to ensure compliance is attained and maintained.
  • Create and maintain concise and accurate technical documentation.
  • Manage multiple small to medium initiatives simultaneously.
  • Liaise with internal teams to ensure effective communication, collaboration, and stakeholder involvement.
  • Scheduled on-call support for after-hours and weekends on a rotating basis

COMPETENCIES
  • 5-7 years of senior level experience managing Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) environments.  (Dell VxRail,, Nutanix AHV, Cisco Hyperflex, etc)
  • 5-7 years of senior level Virtualization experience (VMware, or Microsoft Hypervisor)
  • Comprehensive background in managing Windows servers in an enterprise environment - Strong technical knowledge of Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, and 2022
  • Practical experience managing computer/server objects in Active Directory
  • Demonstrated experience with cloud based compute solutions such as Azure, AWS, Google
  • Experience deploying MS SQL
  • Practical Linux experience
  • Experienced in backup technologies such as Commvault, Symantec NetBackup, Rubrik, VEEM, or Cloud Backup technologies (Azure)
  • Experience planning and implementing disaster recovery solutions.
  • Demonstrated experience with server monitoring solutions.
  • Solid understanding of Network layers
  • Experience developing PowerShell scripts
  • Comfortable working in a geographically diverse team
  • ITIL Foundations or Intermediate level certification strongly preferred,
  • ServiceNow experience is a plus.

EDUCATION REQUIRED
Bachelors Degree in Computing Sciences, Information System or related areas
 
Please note that as a contract employee of Apex Systems, benefits include the below with employee contribution*   
  • Health  
  • Dental 
  • Vision  
  • Life Insurance; Short Term Disability 
  • Hospitalization Coverage 
  • Direct Deposit 
  • Weekly Pay Periods 
  • Training and Development Programs 
  • 401k 
  • Referral Program 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Employee Type:
Contract

Location:
Cary, NC, US

Job Type:

Date Posted:
June 13, 2024