Virtualization Specialist

The company is seeking a skilled Virtualization Specialist to join their Infrastructure Services team. The primary role involves designing, deploying, and managing virtualization environments as well as various infrastructure services, including End User Services across a range of technologies. Key responsibilities include:

• Designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise Windows Server platforms, including Active Directory, ADFS, GPOs, DNS, and DHCP, as well as leading VMware ESXi/vCenter or Hyper-V virtualization environments.
• Driving automation for patching, provisioning, monitoring, and compliance checks using tools such as PowerShell, Ansible, SCCM/WSUS, and PowerCLI.
• Optimizing resource utilization and leading disaster recovery exercises for virtual workloads while representing the Windows domain during disaster recovery tests.
• Implementing security baselines, managing vulnerability remediation, and ensuring compliance with standards.
• Overseeing integration of virtualization with storage and networking solutions and maintaining comprehensive documentation including CMDB integrity and runbooks.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Advanced experience with Windows Server (2016/2019/2022), Active Directory, ADFS, GPO, DNS, and DHCP.
• Deep expertise in VMware or Hyper-V, including virtual networking and storage mapping.
• Proficient in scripting and automation tools (PowerShell, Ansible, PowerCLI).
• Strong understanding of ITSM, compliance frameworks, and system hardening.
• Familiarity with hybrid environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience in Windows Server and virtualization engineering.
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent Microsoft certification preferred; ITIL Foundation certification is a plus.

Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Language Requirements: Not specified.