Virtualisation Consultant Hyper-v and Xen Servers

2 weeks ago


Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa Ukufunda Business Solutions Full time
About the Company


Combines technical expertise with in-depth customer understanding to provide technology solutions that assist our customers to digitally transform their businesses.

Our IT services businesses assist our customers to manage and modernise their legacy systems. Our award-winning analytics capabilities, turn data into actionable insights that can be rapidly deployed through our platform businesses.

This unique combination of IT services and platform businesses positions us to be the trusted partner for our customers on their digital journey.

Job Overview A virtualization consultant who specializes in Xen Servers and Hyper-V plays a crucial role in designing, implementing, and managing virtualization solutions for clients

Primary Focus

Design and Architecture:
Based on the assessment, the consultant designs virtualization solutions using Xen Servers and Hyper-V. They create architectural plans, considering factors like scalability, performance, and security.

Implementation:
The consultant sets up and configures virtualization environments. They install and optimize Xen Servers and Hyper-V, ensuring compatibility with existing systems.

Performance Optimization:
Monitoring and fine-tuning virtual machines (VMs) for optimal performance. Troubleshooting issues related to resource allocation, network connectivity, and storage.

Security and Compliance:
Implementing security measures to protect VMs and data. Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Migration and Upgrades:
Assisting in migrating physical servers to virtual environments. Managing upgrades and patches for Xen Servers and Hyper-V.

Capacity Planning:
Estimating resource requirements for VMs. Scaling infrastructure as needed to accommodate growth.

Collaboration and Training:
Collaborating with IT teams and stakeholders. Providing training to staff on virtualization best practices.

Vendor Relations:
Staying informed about updates and new features in Xen Servers and Hyper-V. Evaluating third-party tools and integrations.

Documentation and Reporting:
Maintaining detailed documentation of configurations, processes, and troubleshooting steps. Generating reports on system performance and utilization.

Skills:

Xen Servers:
In-depth understanding of Xen hypervisor architecture. Proficiency in configuring and managing Xen VMs. Troubleshooting skills for Xen-related issues.

Hyper-V:
Knowledge of Hyper-V architecture and components. Experience with Hyper-V Manager and PowerShell commands. Familiarity with virtual networking, storage, and snapshots.

Hands-On Experience:
Work on real-world projects involving Xen Servers and Hyper-V. Set up, configure, and maintain virtualized environments. Troubleshoot performance bottlenecks and security concerns.

Communication:
Ability to explain complex concepts to clients and colleagues.

Problem-Solving:
Analyze issues and find effective solutions

Collaboration:
Work well with cross-functional teams.

Minimum Requirements :

Bachelor's Degree: While not always mandatory, a degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field provides a solid foundation.


Experience:
Prior experience in IT, system administration, or network management is beneficial.

Citrix Certified Associate (CCA-V)

Microsoft Certified:

Azure Administrator Associate:

Salary information:
Market related, hourly rate.

Application Deadline: 2024/02/18

Job Types:
Full-time, Temporary

Contract length: 2 months

Application Deadline: 2024/02/18
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