IT Specialist
2 days ago
Edmonton AB, Edmonton Census Division, AB; Alberta, Canada
Vantix Systems
Full-time
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Our Client is seekingan experienced VMware Architect/Implementer to plan and execute an upgrade of an existing VMware environment from vSphere 8 to VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.x across multiple data centres in Canada and the U.S. This is a hands‑on, project-focused contract role supporting infrastructure initiatives within an established team of solution architects.
What you’ll do Plan and execute an upgrade to VCF 9.x in a complex enterprise environment
Support infrastructure project deliverables such as implementation plans, test plans/results, schedules, and transition-to-operations documentation
Help develop/review support processes to ensure alignment with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements
Contribute to risk mitigation related to continuity, security, and infrastructure optimization
Must-have qualifications VMware architecture, design, and implementation experience
Direct experience with VMware environment upgrade to VCF 9.x
Experience with workload migrations to VCF 9.x
Strong experience across the VMware stack: SRM, NSX‑T, vSphere, vSAN, vLCM
2-year diploma or 4-year degree in IT / Computer Science (or related)
7–10+ years in IT infrastructure, including 4+ years VMware (and VMware upgrade experience)
Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
Understanding of business continuity, security, and risk assessment/optimization methodologies
Nice to have Experience leading VMware DR / High Availability testing (SRM, vSphere Replication)
VMware certifications/training such as VCP‑DCV, VCP‑NV, VCP‑TKG
Location / work model Edmonton, Alberta (on-site with potential to be hybrid )
We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits.
Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr