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We are looking for a strong VMware & Windows administration engineer to support enterprise infrastructure operations and major data center initiatives in Columbus, OH. This individual will be responsible for supporting and administering Active Directory environments, Windows Server infrastructure, VMware platforms, and associated enterprise technologies. The engineer will help maintain operational stability while supporting strategic modernization initiatives, including a migration from VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) to different product.

TOP SKILLS:

1. Deep Active Directory expertise including:
   1. Domains, Forests, Trusts, Group Policy, User and Computer Administration
   2. Strong Windows Server Administration experience: Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022; PowerShell; OS Troubleshooting
2. VMware Administration:
   1. VMware VCF; vCenter; Host Upgrades; VMware Troubleshooting; SSH administration; Operational support
3. Powershell
4. Data center infrastructure experience
5. Virtualization migration experience preferred

Responsibilities include:

• Active Directory administration, including domains, forests, trusts, and group policies
• Windows Server administration across Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022
• VMware administration including vCenter, vSphere, host upgrades, troubleshooting, and infrastructure support
• PowerShell scripting and automation
• Supporting enterprise virtualization environments
• Data center operations and infrastructure support
• Server lifecycle management
• Backup and recovery administration
• Participation in infrastructure modernization and migration projects
• Collaboration with Windows, Linux, engineering, and infrastructure teams

The ideal candidate:

Has strong troubleshooting skills, enterprise infrastructure experience, a willingness to learn emerging technologies, and experience operating within large-scale production environments.

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Columbus,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.