How to hire a vmware administrator

How to hire a vmware administrator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step vmware administrator hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a vmware administrator job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new vmware administrator
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the vmware administrator you need to hire. Certain vmware administrator roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   A vmware administrator's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, vmware administrators from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of vmware administrators.

   Type of Vmware Administrator	Description	Hourly rate
   Vmware Administrator	Computer networks are critical parts of almost every organization. Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of these networks.	$32-50
   Windows System Administrator	A Windows System Administrator maintains the systems and servers of a Windows operating system. They evaluate and modify the system's performance.	$28-50
   Linux Systems Administrator	A Linux systems administrator is primarily in charge of managing and overseeing Linux operating systems, ensuring efficiency and smooth workflow. Their responsibilities revolve around installing and conducting regular maintenance checks, troubleshooting, performing repairs, and monitoring systems performance to ensure optimal operations... Show more	$30-51

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Virtual Machines
   • Windows Server
   • Vmware ESX
   • SAN
   • Linux
   • Cisco Ucs
   • Templates
   • Vmware Vsphere
   • PowerShell
   • Troubleshoot
   • Virtual Infrastructure
   • Vmware Esxi
   • VDI
   • Virtualization

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage the Microsoft DHCP server and WSUS for headquarters.
   • Manage the Citrix farm access into the SQL database.
   • Create VDI's from template, manage and configure VDI template as per the client requirement.
   • Configure network printers and plotters, install printer drivers, configure ports, manage permissions and troubleshoot issues with them.
   • Integrate VMWARE with EMC backup technologies for image base backups which take advantage of change block tracking feature on VMWARE.
   • Used VPLEX user interface to monitor SAN, carve devices and extents, maintain and manage initiators and their target ports.

   More vmware administrator duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your vmware administrator job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A vmware administrator can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, vmware administrators' average salary in kentucky is 31% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level vmware administrators 36% less than senior-level vmware administrators.
   • Certifications. A vmware administrator with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a vmware administrator's salary.

   Average vmware administrator salary

   $85,764yearly

   $41.23 hourly rate

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   Entry-level vmware administrator salary

   $68,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 19, 2025

   Average vmware administrator salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Washington	$105,152	$51
   2	California	$98,795	$48
   3	Massachusetts	$94,272	$45
   4	Hawaii	$90,744	$44
   5	Texas	$90,720	$44
   6	Virginia	$89,259	$43
   7	Pennsylvania	$89,049	$43
   8	Nevada	$88,197	$42
   9	New York	$87,406	$42
   10	Connecticut	$86,104	$41
   11	Colorado	$85,601	$41
   12	Wyoming	$85,492	$41
   13	Arizona	$85,059	$41
   14	Maryland	$84,259	$41
   15	Florida	$83,403	$40
   16	Minnesota	$83,207	$40
   17	Illinois	$82,966	$40
   18	Ohio	$82,816	$40
   19	Georgia	$82,751	$40
   20	North Carolina	$82,625	$40

   Average vmware administrator salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Dotdash	$101,168	$48.64	1
   2	Randstad North America, Inc.	$95,892	$46.10	12
   3	Avnet	$93,249	$44.83
   4	Robert Half	$91,134	$43.81	249
   5	Motion Recruitment	$90,623	$43.57	18
   6	American Family Insurance	$90,604	$43.56
   7	DISH Network	$90,408	$43.47
   8	Booz Allen Hamilton	$90,149	$43.34	80
   9	Solutions	$89,763	$43.16
   10	ADP	$89,655	$43.10	2
   11	Hewlett Packard Enterprise	$89,064	$42.82	15
   12	GT Com	$88,488	$42.54
   13	Science	$88,488	$42.54	1
   14	Applied Insight	$88,484	$42.54
   15	TWO95 International	$88,480	$42.54
   16	Swift Denim Services Inc	$88,464	$42.53	4
   17	Castalia Systems	$88,458	$42.53
   18	Populus Group	$88,344	$42.47
   19	Infinity Consulting Solutions	$88,331	$42.47
   20	Navy Federal Credit Union	$88,241	$42.42

4. Writing a vmware administrator job description

   A job description for a vmware administrator role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a vmware administrator job description:

   Vmware administrator job description example

   Our client, a global information security leader, has an immediate need for a VMware Engineer for a long-term (12-month +) contract opportunity. The successful candidate will help to support, scale and optimize its busy operations. This is a fully remote position, with option to work onsite, if desired, in either Reston, VA, Dallas TX or Santa Clara CA.
   Responsibilities
   Day-to-day ticket resolution, and troubleshooting for complex virtualization issues throughout entire VMware stack (NSX, Cloud Director, Automation, etc.) Support ESXi server migrations and upgrades. Automate various tasks Perform VMware consolidations and NSX deployments
   Requirements
   Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or related discipline and field experience. 3+ years of Scripting experience (PowerShell or other Scripting Languages) for automation 5 + years of experience in an enterprise environment involving VMware maintenance, troubleshooting and performance analysis. Experience deploying NSX Exceptional troubleshooting experience Willingness to work cross-functionally to resolve complex issues and create solutions Expert level V-cloud director experience
   
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   Having been in business since 2006, Vivo is a full-service recruiting and consulting company, specializing on mid to senior level technology resources. Our brand promise is simple: we get people. We get that our clients don t want to waste time, and that our candidates and employees thrive when given honest feedback and an opportunity to grow.
   
   Whether you re onsite at our Pleasanton headquarters or working for one of Vivo s clients the best brand names out there our promise to you is unwavering: we will treat you like you are our most important employee.
   
   Do you think you get people get what they really need, and get how to deliver? We re not perfect but we re accountable. We re not in 32 countries, but we are in the heart of it all. So, if you are looking for a flexible, fun and high-energy work environment, along with the opportunity to work with some of the world s technology leaders, we can t wait to talk to you.
   
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5. Post your job

   To find the right vmware administrator for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with vmware administrators they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit vmware administrators who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your vmware administrator job on Zippia to find and recruit vmware administrator candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit vmware administrators, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   While interviews are great, you will only sometimes learn enough from a conversation with a vmware administrator applicant. In those cases, having candidates complete a test project can go a long way in figuring out who's the most likely to succeed in the role. If you aren't a technical person and don't know how to design an appropriate test, you can ask someone else on the team to create it or take a look at these websites to get a few ideas:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new vmware administrator

   Once you've decided on a perfect vmware administrator candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new vmware administrator. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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