VMware Migration Specialist

Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced VMware Migration Specialist to plan, execute, and manage the migration of virtualized workloads to VMware-based infrastructure or to the cloud. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in VMware v Sphere, v Center, and related technologies, with a proven track record of successful large-scale virtualization and data center migrations.Key Responsibilities: Assess current on-premises or legacy environments and develop detailed VMware migration strategies.Perform discovery, analysis, and design for virtual machine (VM) consolidation or relocation.Plan and execute migrations of servers, applications, and storage to VMware platforms (v Sphere, ESXi, v Center, v Cloud, etc.).Ensure minimal downtime and risk through careful scheduling, testing, and rollback planning.Configure, optimize, and troubleshoot VMware clusters, resource pools, and HA/DRS configurations.Collaborate with cross-functional teams (network, storage, application owners) for seamless cutover.Maintain detailed documentation, including architecture diagrams, migration runbooks, and post-migration reports.Provide training, knowledge transfer, and support to internal IT teams after migration.Required Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).5+ years of experience in VMware v Sphere/ESXi/v Center administration and enterprise migrations.Hands-on experience with v Motion, v Sphere Replication, v Center Converter, and related tools.Strong understanding of networking (LAN/WAN, VLANs, firewalls) and storage (SAN/NAS) concepts.Experience with data center consolidation, P2V (Physical-to-Virtual) and V2V (Virtual-to-Virtual) migrations.Solid knowledge of backup/recovery solutions and disaster recovery planning.Ability to create detailed migration plans and execute with minimal supervision.Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.Preferred Certifications: VMware Certified Professional (VCP-DCV) or higher.ITIL Foundation or equivalent IT service management certification.Microsoft/Cloud certifications (Azure, AWS) a plus if hybrid/cloud migration is involved.Key Competencies: Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.Strong project management and documentation skills.Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.Job Type: Temporary Contract length: 2 weeks