About this role
We're looking for an experienced VMware Engineer to manage and maintain virtual infrastructure in Ottawa. The ideal candidate brings strong vSphere expertise, a solid understanding of networking and storage, and holds or is eligible for a Secret security clearance.
What You'll Do
• Create and manage virtual machines using VMware vSphere and related tools
• Install, configure, and maintain VMware ESXi hosts and vCenter Server
• Optimize server utilization through workload consolidation
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability
• Implement backup and recovery solutions including snapshots and replication
• Set up and maintain disaster recovery strategies using tools such as VMware SRM
• Configure virtual networking including vSwitches and VLANs
• Manage storage including SAN/NAS integration and datastores
• Apply security patches, enforce access controls, and ensure systems meet compliance and governance standards
What You Bring
• Strong hands-on knowledge of VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter
• Solid understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP and VLANs
• Experience with storage systems including SAN and NAS
• Experience with backup tools and disaster recovery planning and execution
• Active Secret security clearance or eligibility to obtain one
Nice to have
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or VMware Cloud
• Scripting skills using PowerCLI or Python for infrastructure automation
Work setup
• Onsite in Ottawa, ON
• 1 year initial contract
• English proficiency required