Server and Virtualization Engineer, Senior

We’re seeking a Mid‑to‑Senior Level Server / Virtualization Engineer to join a long‑standing client environment and hit the ground running. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in hands‑on infrastructure work, brings deep VMware and vCenter expertise, and enjoys being a trusted technical backbone for an on‑site team.

This will be a 3 month contract opportunity with the potential for permanent hire. This will be onsite in Northbrook, IL with the potential to work remotely on Fridays.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Own and support the VMware virtual environment, with heavy hands‑on work in vCenter
• Build, configure, and maintain virtual machines
• Support Windows Server environments, including Active Directory and Group Policy
• Create and manage service accounts, perform registry updates, and support system configurations
• Work with backup and recovery solutions, including Veeam
• Provide general server and virtualization support, with light exposure to storage environments
• Partner with Sentinel and internal stakeholders on ongoing infrastructure projects
• Serve as a steady, experienced presence for the environment with minimal oversight

What We’re Looking For

• Strong, real‑world experience with VMware (ESXi, vCenter) is required
• Proven background as a server engineer in enterprise environments
• Solid experience with Windows Server, AD, and GPOs
• Familiarity with Veeam or similar backup solutions
• Some storage exposure (SANs, arrays, or similar) is helpful
• Linux experience is a plus, but not required
• Comfortable working fully onsite (remote Fridays may be an option)
• Able to step into an environment and contribute immediately
• Professional, reliable, and confident working independently
• No travel required
• Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
• Must demonstrate a “can-do” attitude

We focus on candidates that display our “ACE” factor – Attitude, Compassion, and Enthusiasm to deliver quality solutions with exceptional customer service.

Compensation Range: 

$70-85/hr

What you get:

We offer weekly competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, 401K and more.

MOTIVATED…..make IT happen!

Sentinel Technologies, Inc. has been rated a top workplace every year since 2012!

About Us:      

Sentinel delivers solutions that can efficiently address a range of IT needs – from security, to communications, to systems & networks, to software applications, to cloud and managed services; all of which include our staffing solutions for our clients. Since 1982, Sentinel has grown from providing technology maintenance services to our current standing as one of the leading IT services and solutions provider in the US. We have aligned with many of today’s global technology leaders including Cisco, Dell, VMware and Microsoft. Sentinel services customers both nationally and internationally with primary support operating centers in Downers Grove (HQ), Chicago, and Springfield, IL; Phoenix, AZ.; Lansing, and Grand Rapids, MI; Milwaukee, WI; and Denver, CO.

If you are MOTIVATED… you can make IT happen at Sentinel. Our commitment to our employees is to create a work environment that encourages creativity, an entrepreneurial spirit, fosters growth through certification and hands-on training, and values a team-oriented culture with rewards based on impact!

If you share our passion about what technology can do and want to be part of a top workplace environment – we’d like to have you join our team.  Learn more at www.sentinel.com/careers.

As part of Sentinel's employment process, candidates will be required to complete a background check. Only those who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Sentinel is proud to be an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans. In accordance with Title VII and state regulations, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, genetics, disability, military, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

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