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The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9 and its core components, including vSphere, vSAN, NSX, and SDDC Manager.\nThis position will be responsible for deploying, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting VMware Cloud Foundation environments. The successful candidate should be comfortable working across the VCF stack and possess the technical depth necessary to troubleshoot complex virtualization and software-defined data center issues.\nKey Responsibilities\nDeploy, configure, and maintain VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9 environments.\nAdminister and troubleshoot core VCF components, including:\nVMware vSphere\nVMware vSAN\nVMware NSX\nVMware SDDC Manager\nTroubleshoot complex issues across the VCF stack and identify root causes.\nSupport the implementation and configuration of virtualization infrastructure in accordance with established technical requirements and best practices.\nMonitor the health and performance of virtualized environments and address issues proactively.\nPerform system upgrades, configuration changes, and other maintenance activities as required.\nAssist with the integration and management of software-defined data center technologies.\nDocument configurations, troubleshooting activities, and technical procedures.\nCollaborate with other engineering and technical teams to resolve infrastructure issues and support mission requirements.\nRequirements\nExtensive hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.\nStrong technical experience with vSphere, vSAN, NSX, and SDDC Manager.\nDemonstrated ability to deploy and troubleshoot VCF 9 environments.\nStrong understanding of enterprise virtualization and software-defined data center technologies.\nExperience troubleshooting complex virtualization infrastructure issues.\nActive TS/SCI security clearance.\nStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work independently in a senior-level engineering capacity.\nCertifications\nCompTIA Security+ required.\nVMware Certified Professional (VCP) required.\nVCP-VCF 9 Administrator certification preferred.\nWork Location\nThis position is based in San Antonio, Texas. 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PGTEK offers a generous amount of PTO and Holidays, and an Education Assistance Program is available after 12 months of employment.\nABOUT PGTEK\nPGTEK is a true consulting organization dedicated to helping clients achieve their business and technology objectives utilizing our decades of experience and business relationships. PGTEK invests in the educational advancements of our staff by providing the necessary resources to complete Professional and Business Certifications. 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