Sys Admin

Our Enterprise Platforms and Infrastructure (EPI) Team is responsible for desktop and server infrastructure. These services include support for Laboratory-managed operating systems, enterprise backup, software distribution, and application offerings. The team also manages the Laboratory’s central directory and authentication systems, as well as email, mobile, and desktop web conferencing solutions. Must Have:
•Demonstrated expertise with the VMware Horizon View environment including Connection Servers, Desktop Pools, vCenter, thin/zero clients, including but not limited to:
oUsing VMware's Dynamic Environment Manager (DEM) for user profile management
oUsing App Volumes to virtualize applications
oKnowledge of ESX cluster running on a Cisco HX HCI cluster
oExpert ability to install, configure, optimize, and maintain VMware Horizon View
•Experience configuring the VMware Horizon Client, Dell Thin Clients, ThinOS and/or Dell Wyse Management Suite
•Expert hands on administration experience with VMware tools including ESX, ESXi/vSphere, vCenter, vMotion, DRS, and other virtualization technologies and concepts.
•The ability to work with vendors (VMware, Cisco, Dell) to set expectations, address issues, and resolve them in a timely manner.
•Possesses a deep understanding of VMware core components and their relation to storage and networking, and be proficient in datacenter design methodologies.
•Strong fundamental knowledge with Active Directory Administration, GPOs
•Strong overall network skills (e.g. routing, switching and TCP/IP protocol)
•Strong scripting experience as well as experience with task automation (Powershell)
•Strong foundational skills in organizing and managing technical projects
•Ability to work independently toward delivery of goals as well as collaborate in team efforts
•Demonstrate the ability to learn new technologies and disciplines quick
•Ability to document processes and procedures.
•Ability to coordinate efforts with other technology teams including Desktop Engineering, Networking and Client Services.
•Excellent customer service skills and exceptional customer facing skills are required
•Excellent communication and organizational skills Preferred Skills:
•VMWare Certifications
•Experience with VDI Assessment Tools such as Liquidware Stratusphere
•Desktop as a Service experience
•Application virtualization Work from Home:
This position is VIRTUAL. The candidate can work remotely but they MUST live within ~100 miles of Lexington MA so that they can come into the Lab if necessary for the needs of the program. The onsite work will NOT be regular.

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