Citrix - IT Infrastructure Engineer
IDFC FIRST Bank — Mumbai, MUMBAI
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Job Description
Job Requirements Job Title: Citrix - IT Infrastructure Engineer
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Citrix Xen Hypervisor Administrator to manage and support our virtualization infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in Citrix XenServer (Xen Hypervisor) environments, ensuring optimal performance, stability, and security of our virtualized systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, configure, and maintain Citrix XenServer/Xen Hypervisor environments.
- Manage virtual machines (VMs), templates, snapshots, and storage repositories.
- Experience in migration of virtual machines from another hypervisor (VMware) to Citrix XEN hypervisor
- Monitor system performance and proactively address issues related to CPU, memory, disk, and network usage.
- Perform regular patching, upgrades, and system tuning of the hypervisor environment.
- Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions for virtual environments.
- Collaborate with networking, storage, and security teams to ensure end-to-end infrastructure health.
- Document system configurations, procedures, and changes.
- Troubleshoot and resolve hypervisor-related issues, including hardware compatibility and VM performance.
- Ensure compliance with IT policies and security standards.
- Provide after-hours support as and when needed during incident/planned activities
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 4 to 5+ years of experience administering Citrix XenServer/Xen Hypervisor.
- Strong understanding of virtualization concepts, storage networking (iSCSI, NFS), and resource scheduling.
- Familiarity with tools like Citrix Hypervisor Center, XenCenter, and command-line interfaces (xe, xl).
- Experience with monitoring tools such as Promethius, Zabbix, or similar.
- Working knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems.
- Scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, or Python) for automation tasks.
- Familiarity with backup solutions (Commvault) in virtual environments.
- Good communication and documentation skills.
- Knowledge on VMware hypervisor would be added advantage
Preferred Qualifications:
- Citrix Certified Associate – Virtualization (CCA-V) or higher.
- Experience with Citrix Cloud, Citrix VDI, Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD).
- Knowledge on other hypervisors like VMware ESXi, KVM etc. will be added advantage.
- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and hybrid virtualization scenarios.
Working Conditions:
- May require flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends for maintenance or emergencies.
- 100% Work from office as per company policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility criteria for the Citrix - IT Infrastructure Engineer job at IDFC FIRST Bank?
Eligibility typically includes the qualifications and experience outlined in the job description above, with around 2-5 Years years of relevant experience expected for this role.
What are the primary responsibilities of a Citrix - IT Infrastructure Engineer at IDFC FIRST Bank?
The key responsibilities for this role are detailed in the Key Responsibilities section above, covering the core duties expected of a Citrix - IT Infrastructure Engineer at IDFC FIRST Bank.
Is prior experience required for this position?
This role requires around 2-5 Years years of relevant experience, as specified in the job listing. Please refer to the Qualifications & Experience section above for full details.
What skills are important for this role?
Skills relevant to this position are outlined in the Qualifications & Experience section above. In general, strong communication, domain knowledge, and the ability to meet role-specific targets are valued across similar BFSI positions.
How do I apply for the Citrix - IT Infrastructure Engineer role at IDFC FIRST Bank?
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