Virtualization Engineer

Role: Hyper-V SME – Private Cloud & VDILocation: Jersey City / Plano, TexasType: ContractRole SummaryExperience: 15+ years (4+ years dedicated Hyper-V)We are seeking an experienced Hyper-V Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support in design, build, and management of their private cloud and VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure) environments built on Microsoft Hyper-V.This is a specialist role requiring deep, hands-on Hyper-V expertise as a core, primary skill.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, architect, and implement private cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Hyper-VBuild, configure, and optimize VDI environments on Hyper-V for enterprise-scale deploymentManage Hyper-V clusters, host configurations, storage, and networking for high availabilityPlan and execute capacity planning, performance tuning, and scalability strategies for Hyper-V environmentsCollaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to integrate Hyper-V solutions into client’s broader private cloud strategyTroubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to Hyper-V hosts, virtual machines, clustering, and storageDefine and implement best practices for Hyper-V security, patching, backup, and disaster recoverySupport migration activities (e.g., P2V/V2V, workload migration to Hyper-V-based private cloud)Document architecture designs, configurations, SOPs, and runbooksWork closely with System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM) and related management toolingProvide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers on Hyper-V administrationPrimary Skills (Mandatory)Strong, hands-on expertise in Microsoft Hyper-V (architecture, deployment, administration, and troubleshooting)Experience building and managing private cloud environments on Hyper-VExperience designing and supporting VDI solutions on Hyper-VHyper-V clustering, Failover Clustering, and high-availability configurationsStorage integration with Hyper-V (SAN/NAS, Storage Spaces Direct/S2D)System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM)Networking within Hyper-V environments (virtual switches, NIC teaming, VLANs)Secondary Skills (Desirable)Windows Server administration (2016/2019/2022)PowerShell scripting for automation of Hyper-V tasksBackup and DR tools for Hyper-V (e.g., Veeam, Altaro, or native Hyper-V replication)Exposure to broader private/hybrid cloud conceptsITIL-based change/incident management processesExperience in banking/financial services environments (advantageous)Experience & Qualifications15+ years of overall infrastructure experience, with 4+ years dedicated, hands-on Hyper-V experienceProven track record building private cloud / VDI environments in large enterprise settingsRelevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator, or equivalent) are desirable but not mandatoryExperience in banking / financial services client environments is an advantage