VMware Automation Consultant

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop maintain and optimize Infrastructure as Code scripts and templates using tools like Terraform and Puppet ensuring resource automation and consistency.
• Indepth knowledge of Puppet is a must have; exhaustive development experience using Puppet DSL.
• Experience with Terraform to develop selfservice infrastructure provisioning delivery pipelines log & monitoring services.
• Infrastructure/Configurations development experience with Ansible is good to have.
• AWS Azure or Google Cloud experience in terms of IaC design build.
• Indepth knowledge of VMware services VMware vCenter VSphere and VSAN in terms of design architecting and build. Certification is added advantage.
• Should Possess Strong expertise in vSphere ESXI VCenter Management.
• Design and engineer highavailability architectures in VMware DRS cluster environments.
• Perform P2V VMotion VMware virtual center (vSphere) and SSO configurations.
• Proficiency in Windows or Linux Server Administration and troubleshooting.
• Good Knowledge on Storage and networking.
• Proficiency in PowerShell PowerCli and Shell scripting.
• Demonstrate TCP/IP knowledge with a strong foundation in LAN technologies network switching routing and DNS.
• Experience in analysis and redesign of existing infrastructure systems and services.
• Expertise in managing Veeam Backup operations in VMware.
• Expertise in Veeam Backup Recovery and Orchestration
• Hands on Backup and Restore of Virtual Machines in VMware using Veeam
• Familiarity with Git Jenkins to set up and enhance CI and CD pipelines
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices version control and branching and DevOps methodologies.
• Strong understanding of network design security and best practices.
• Experience in analysis and redesign of existing infrastructure systems and services.
• Ability to debug and solve problems independently.
• Must have proven experience with deep technical aspects of enterprise consolidation/ integration projects.
• Handson experience in a complex architectural environment.
• Ability to work with team as team player and support system reliability availability scale and performance activities.
• Good Communication and Customer focus and requirement understanding.
• Has worked in 24/7 operations environment.
• Has exposure to global client facing role.
• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills Excellent interpersonal skills.
• ITIL Knowledge Has skills to work and manage ITSM Related tasks on ticketing tool such as ServiceNow.
• Strong customer service skills with good temperament.
• Strong ability to manage stressful situations and provide customerfacing support in a professional manner.
• Strong English language communication skill (both written and spoken) to provide guidelines instructions status updates and issue resolution.
• Proactive attitude in identifying process improvement opportunities.
• Ability to work with people remotely using technology tools (email instant messaging web conferencing etc.).
• Proactivity to improve processes and eliminate barriers.
• Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in VMware automation
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to integrate automation solutions

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification preferred
• Indepth knowledge of Puppet is a musthave; Exhaustive development experience using Puppet DSL
• Proven experience in VMware vRealize Automation and vRealize Orchestrator
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell Python or JavaScript
• Demonstrated expertise in virtualization technologies and cloud platforms
• Strong understanding of networking and storage concepts
• Excellent problemsolving and troubleshooting skills for VMware environments
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders
• Experience in project management and delivering automation solutions
• Knowledge of security best practices in VMware automation
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving technologies and business requirements
• Understanding of ITIL framework and IT service management principles
• Relevant professional certifications in cloud and automation technologies

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