Linux & VMware - RHCE Certified (Mandatory)

A skilled IT professional with 4–5 years of experience in Linux and VMware infrastructure support, possessing strong expertise in RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu and Windows Server environments. Well-versed in VMware vSphere 7.x/8.x, along with hands-on experience in storage technologies such as iSCSI, NFS, and Fibre Channel. Experienced in ITIL-based service management practices, with a relevant degree in Computer Science/IT or equivalent practical expertise.

Linux Administration

• Server Provisioning: Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems on physical servers and virtual environments.
• Lifecycle management: Perform regular system patching, kernel tuning, and software upgrades to mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Performance Tuning: Monitor system health, resource utilization (CPU, memory, disk I/O), and troubleshoot complex OS-level anomalies.
• Access Control: Manage user accounts, SSH keys, permissions, and enforce security policies using SELinux or AppArmor.
• Network Services: Configure and support core services like DNS, DHCP, NFS, SSH, and web servers (Apache, Nginx).

 

VMware Virtualization

• Cluster Management: Administer VMware vSphere environments, including ESXi hosts and vCenter server appliances.
• VM Lifecycle: Deploy, clone, modify, and migrate Virtual Machines (VMs) using templates and customization specifications.
• Resource Optimization: Configure and manage high availability features, including VMware HA, DRS, vMotion, and Storage vMotion.
• Storage & Networking: Manage virtual networking (vSwitches, distributed switches) and coordinate datastore allocations over SAN/NAS protocols.

 

Automation & Operations

• Scripting: Automate routine administrative tasks using Bash or Python scripting.
• Infrastructure as Code: Utilize configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible) for uniform software deployment.
• Backup & DR: Oversee daily system backups and replication strategies using enterprise tools (e.g., Veeam, Veritas).
• Incident Management: Resolve critical production incidents within stipulated SLAs. 
• H/W Management: Strong experience with HPE and Dell servers and storage, including managing and provisioning storage volumes, snapshots, snapshot restoration, SAN, etc.

• Education: B.E/MCA in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience.
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
• VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV)
• AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Associate certifications