Information Technology Engineer (Microsoft/Linux/Virtualization)
We are looking for an experienced IT Engineer (Microsoft/Linux/Virtualization) for our clientTrade The News, a USA-based leading financial news platform, provides real-time market intelligence and comprehensive analysis to professional traders, ensuring they stay ahead of market movements with lightning-fast updates and live interaction with analysts.Required experience: more than 10 yearsPart-timeto Full-timeremote workfrom home(typicalworking hours10 am- 8pm GMT+3). Independent contractor's contract position. Long term contractFull professional proficiency in English is obligatoryResponsibilitManage and maintain IT infrastructure (MS based);Manage andmaintain IT infrastructure(MS based);Monitor andtroubleshoot virtualizationsolutions (VMware);Provide advancedtechnical supportas toIT soto non-ITusers;Collaborate withthe softwaredevelopment teamto ensurea properIT resources' allocation planning, maintenance and troubleshooting;Maintain comprehensivedocumentation ofconfigurations, procedures,and troubleshooting stepsRequired Qualifications:Microsoft Expertise:Active Directory (AD) and Exchange support, including AD forest migration.Proficient in directory services (GPO, DNS, DHCP, DFS, WSUS, user profile management).Experience with Windows Server and End User technology, including Antivirus and patch management.Skilled in capacity planning, performance monitoring, and maintenance for high availability.Knowledge of Application Packaging Standards, Desktop Standards, Hardware Imaging, and OS Patches.Proficient in Exchange (2016+), and Microsoft SQL Server (2008+).Virtualization:Experience with VMware Horizon View (7.x+).Skilled in VMware VSphere and ESXi (6.x+).Knowledge of VMware applications and physical infrastructure services.Understanding of Windows Desktop OS design considerations for various devices.Proficient in diagnosing VDI issues and hypervisor tuning.Expertise with SAN and VSAN storage.Linux Skills (Desirable):Experience with Ubuntu, CentOS,RedHat.Configuring Linux for opti performance.Proficient in performance monitoring andtuning.Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes.Other technologiesDemonstrated NMS(Zabbix, Kabanaetc.) implementationhistory;Unified EndpointManagement (UEM);Expert backupadmin skillsusing VEEMStrong Networking knowledge -netmasks, VLANs, ACLs, DHCP, DNS,routing.Good scriptingknowledge ispreferred forautomation usingPowerShell, Ansibleetc.;Preferred CertificationsMicrosoft Expert level (or MCSE )certifications;VCP -VMware Certified Professional -Data CenterVirtualizationcertification;VCP - VMwareCertified Professional- Desktop and MobilitycertificationCisco Professionalcertification -CCNP +Benefits of Working with Us:Collaborative and inclusive workenvironment.Opportunities for professional growth anddevelopment.Flexible working hours and remotework options.