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Systems Engineer- Windows Server, VMware, and AWS, CitrixDuration: 6 monthsLocation: Irvine, CA OnsitePosition SummaryWe are seeking a Systems Engineer to support the migration of Windows-based workloads from an on-premises datacenter to AWS. This onsite role will work closely with infrastructure, application, networking, and security teams to assess existing systems, prepare migration plans, execute workload migrations, and provide post-migration support.The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience administering Windows Server environments, managing VMware infrastructure, and deploying and supporting Amazon EC2 instances. Citrix experience is a plus.Key ResponsibilitiesAssess and document existing Windows servers, VMware virtual machines, application dependencies, and infrastructure configurationsSupport migration planning, including workload readiness assessments, migration sequencing, cutover procedures, validation criteria, and rollback plansPrepare AWS EC2 environments and migrate workloads in coordination with cloud architecture, networking, and security teamsAdminister and troubleshoot Windows Server environments, including operating systems, services, patching, storage, and connectivityManage VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter environments throughout the migrationValidate server functionality, connectivity, performance, monitoring, and backup coverage following migrationTroubleshoot migration issues and provide post-cutover stabilization supportMaintain system documentation, migration runbooks, configuration records, and knowledge-transfer materialsFollow established change management, security, and operational proceduresRequired QualificationsHands-on systems engineering or infrastructure administration experience in enterprise environmentsStrong Windows Server administration and troubleshooting skillsExperience managing VMware vSphere environments, including ESXi and vCenterPractical experience deploying, configuring, and supporting AWS EC2 instancesWorking knowledge of AWS networking and access controls, including VPCs, subnets, security groups, and IAMUnderstanding of Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy, TCP/IP networking, and server storageExperience supporting server migrations, infrastructure transitions, or datacenter consolidation initiativesAbility to troubleshoot issues across operating systems, virtualization, networking, and cloud infrastructureStrong documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skillsAbility to work onsite at the designated location and participate in scheduled migration cutovers or maintenance windowsPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, including supporting infrastructure and application deliveryExperience with AWS Application Migration Service or similar migration toolsPowerShell scripting and automation skillsFamiliarity with backup, recovery, monitoring, and security tools across on-premises and AWS environmentsRelevant AWS, Microsoft, VMware, or Citrix certificationsSuccess MeasuresAssigned workloads are migrated and validated within approved migration windowsPost-migration issues are resolved promptly, with minimal disruption to business operationsMigration runbooks and operational documentation are complete and accurateMigrated systems are successfully transitioned to ongoing support teamsPowered by JazzHRdkE7g1XnIW
