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Purple Drive

VMWare Engineer

New York, NY

$57 - $71/hr

VMware Administration • Manage and maintain VMware environments (vSphere, ESXi, vCenter) • Perform VM provisioning, configuration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting • Monitor system ...

Integral

VMWare System Engineer, Sr

Detroit, MI · On-site

$51.50 - $64.25/hr

Administer and maintain VMware vSphere 7, vCenter, ESXi, and related systems. * Manage Windows Server and Linux systems, including Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS/DHCP. * Troubleshoot and ...

Integral

VMWare System Engineer, Sr

Detroit, MI

$51.50 - $64.25/hr

Administer and maintain VMware vSphere 7, vCenter, ESXi, and related systems. * Manage Windows Server and Linux systems, including Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS/DHCP. * Troubleshoot and ...

krg technology inc

VROPS

Dallas, TX · On-site

$51.50 - $64.25/hr

... VMware vSphere, to include storage and networking infrastructures Working experience with vSphere 5.5 and higher Understanding of Storage Area Networks and integration with VMware products ...

Technologent

VMware Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$51.75 - $64.50/hr

The ideal candidate has strong experience with VMware vSphere technologies , virtualization best practices, and infrastructure operations, along with the ability to collaborate across server, storage ...

Raymondjames

Senior VMware Analyst

Saint Petersburg, FL · Hybrid

$49.25 - $61.50/hr

Experience administering VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter in a large multidatacenter enterprise environment. * Strong handson expertise with vSphere clustering, HA/DRS, vMotion, Storage vMotion ...

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How much do vmware vsphere jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for vmware vsphere in the United States is $56.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.00 and $62.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a VMware vSphere job?

A VMware vSphere job typically involves managing, configuring, and maintaining virtualized infrastructures using VMware's vSphere platform. Professionals in this role work with ESXi hosts, vCenter Server, virtual machines, storage, and networking components to ensure efficient and secure virtualization environments. Responsibilities may include performance optimization, troubleshooting, backup and disaster recovery planning, and security compliance. These roles are common in data centers, cloud computing environments, and enterprise IT departments. Knowledge of virtualization best practices, automation, and related technologies like VMware NSX or vSAN can be beneficial.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Vmware Vsphere position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a VMware vSphere specialist, you need expertise in virtualization concepts, server management, networking, and storage solutions, typically supported by a degree in information technology or a related field. Experience with VMware tools (vCenter, ESXi), and relevant certifications like VMware Certified Professional (VCP) are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work in a collaborative IT team environment are essential soft skills. These skills enable smooth deployment and management of virtual environments, ensuring high system availability and performance.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working with VMware vSphere environments?

Professionals managing VMware vSphere environments often encounter challenges such as ensuring high availability and disaster recovery, maintaining optimal performance during system upgrades or migrations, and addressing security vulnerabilities. Balancing competing demands for resources across different virtual machines can require careful monitoring and rapid troubleshooting. Staying updated with evolving VMware technologies and best practices is important, as environments are frequently upgraded or integrated with new tools. These challenges make the role dynamic, rewarding, and ideal for those who enjoy problem-solving in complex IT infrastructures.

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VMware Subject Matter Expert

Computer World Services

Langley, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

A successful Storage and Virtualization Administrator - Subject Matter Expert candidate will have:  

  • A detailed understanding of the storage and virtualization processes

  • Detailed knowledge about server virtualization and hardware and core networking concepts (switching, routing, VLANs, subnets)

  • Strong Experience with VMware vSphere and managing ESXi hosts and virtual machines

  • Ability to troubleshoot VMware vSphere and hardware related issues

  • Excellent written, verbal communication and customer service skills

The ideal candidate will have:  

  • Experience administering/maintaining/patching VMware vCenter, ESXi, and vSphere environments

  • Experience with SSO, Active Directory integration and Certificate management

  • Experience performing incremental and full backups using Commvault or Dell Avamar

  • Experience with Aria Operations, NSX, and ADX Suite

  • Ability to troubleshoot identity and authentication issues across VMware components

  • Understanding of enterprisescale virtualization configuration baselines and lifecycle management

  • Strong mentorship and leadership skills

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

  • Designs, monitors, maintains, and heads the engineering process of an organization's versatile and secure information storage environment and backup solutions, such as high-capacity databases, networks, and systems 

  • Implements, administers, and configures storage strategies, solutions, and protocols 

  • Delivers technical and application support, conducts capacity planning, and projects present and future storage and virtualization growth

  • Executes new installs, updates, and deployments, utilizing knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems, computer applications, technical support processes, and business needs

  • Supports remote server and storage management (preferred experience with Dell servers and storage solutions) 

  • Attends required meetings and supports business development activities

  • Builds, configures, and maintains virtual machines, servers, and storage solutions 

  • Diagnoses and resolves technical issues for local and remote assets, including hardware, vSphere, networking, and authentication components

  • Troubleshoots and resolves technical issues reported through established processes

  • Delivers outstanding customer service through direct interaction with users and stakeholders

  • Communicates issues, risks, and recommendations to leadership in a clear and concise manner 

  • Documents work for knowledge sharing within the Storage and Virtualization team

Education & Experience

Required 

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, and 4-6 years of related experience

  • Direct experience with VMware vSphere

Desired: 

  • Experience designing and implementing secure VMware virtual infrastructures, focusing on performance tuning, STIG compliance, and disaster recovery protocols

Certifications
Required Certifications:

  • Security+, or other qualifying IAT II certification 

  • Must be willing to obtain VMware VCP or VCAP certification within 120 days

Desired Certifications:

  • Dell VxRail Operate certification OR the ability to obtain within 120 days

Security Clearance

Desired: 

  • Active Secret or TOP Secret

Required: 

  • Applicants must have eligibility to obtain a Secret clearance

Other (Travel, Work Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.)

  • Shift - The primary shift for this position is Monday - Friday with flexible core hours

  • If a temporary schedule change isrequiredto support operations, you will be provided with as much notice as the situation allows

  • Certification requirements are subject to change based ongovernment'sdirection. If thisoccursyou will have120 daysto become compliant

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Computer World Services is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. Current employees and/or qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Computer World Services is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Computer World Services will ensure that individuals with disabilities (IWD) are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

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