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.

- Education : B.E/MCA in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience.

- Red Hat Certified System Administrator ( RHCSA )

- VMware Certified Skilled - Data Center Virtualization ( VCP-DCV )

- AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Associate certifications

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.

📌 Linux & Vmware Professional - RHCE Certified (Mandatory) (Pune)
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