Job Description:
Job Title: Cloud & Virtualization Systems Administrator
Location: CENTRAL LONDON
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive
About DXC Technology
DXC Technology is a global IT services leader, delivering mission-critical IT solutions that help businesses modernize their operations, enhance security, and improve performance. With a workforce of 130,000+ professionals in 70+ countries, DXC specializes in cloud computing, cybersecurity, IT outsourcing, analytics, and digital transformation to support enterprise-scale organizations worldwide.
About the Role
We are seeking a Cloud & Virtualization Systems Administrator to join our Infrastructure Services team. This role involves designing, deploying, managing, and optimizing cloud and virtualization environments across public, private, and hybrid cloud platforms. You will work with a broad range of technologies, including servers, storage, networks, containers, middleware, databases, and virtualization solutions.
This role is critical in ensuring high availability, performance, and security of DXC’s infrastructure while supporting cloud migration, automation, and modernization initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and operate cloud and virtualization infrastructure, ensuring stability and performance.
- Deploy, configure, and optimize virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper-V, or KVM.
- Support cloud migration projects for public and private cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve infrastructure issues across storage, networking, and compute environments.
- Implement automation and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) practices using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or PowerShell.
- Maintain backup, disaster recovery, and security best practices across all infrastructure components.
- Document system configurations, policies, and procedures for future reference and audits.
- Provide technical guidance and support to other IT teams as needed.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 6+ years of industry experience, with at least 2+ years in a cloud or virtualization role.
- Strong experience with VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, or KVM.
- Familiarity with public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Knowledge of networking, storage solutions, and Active Directory in cloud environments.
- Experience with automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, or Python).
- Understanding of IT security best practices, identity management, and compliance.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Administrator, Google Associate Cloud Engineer).
- Experience with containerization and Kubernetes.
- Knowledge of SAP Basis, Middleware, and IT Asset Management services.
- Familiarity with modern device management and collaboration tools.
Why Join DXC?
- Work with cutting-edge technologies in cloud, virtualization, and automation.
- Hybrid and remote work options to support work-life balance.
- Opportunities for growth through training, certifications, and career development.
- Competitive benefits including pension, healthcare, and generous leave policies.
- Be part of a global leader in IT services with opportunities for international collaboration.
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What We Do
DXC Technology is a Fortune 500 global IT services leader. Our more than 130,000 people in 70-plus countries are entrusted by our customers to deliver what matters most. We use the power of technology to deliver mission critical IT services across the Enterprise Technology Stack to drive business impact. DXC is an employer of choice with strong values, and fosters a culture of inclusion, belonging and corporate citizenship. We are DXC.
