HCX Configuration Specialist

Job Title : HCX Configuration Specialist

Location : Denver, CO(Onsite)

Job Type : Full Time

Job Description

Must Have Technical / Functional Skills

VMware HCX for workload migration, disaster recovery, and network extension & GCP

Roles & Responsibilities

Resource should have experience in configuring and managing VMware HCX for workload migration, disaster recovery, and network extension across hybrid cloud environments.

Responsible for deployment, troubleshooting, and optimization of HCX services including interconnects, network profiles, and migration workflows.

1. 1. HCX Deployment & Configuration

Install and configure HCX components (HCX Manager, Interconnect appliances, WAN Optimization, Network Extension).

Set up HCX services such as :

o vMotion

o Bulk Migration

o Replication Assisted vMotion (RAV)

o Network Extension

Configure source and destination sites for HCX connectivity.

2. Networking & Security Integration

Design and implement secure network extensions between on-premises and cloud environments.

Configure firewall rules, routing, and VPN / Interconnect for HCX traffic.

Ensure compliance with enterprise security policies during HCX setup.

3. Workload Migration

Plan and execute workload migrations using HCX services.

Monitor migration progress and troubleshoot issues.

Optimize migration strategies based on application dependencies and performance requirements.

4. Performance & Availability

Monitor HCX appliance health and performance.

Implement best practices for high availability and fault tolerance.

Tune HCX configurations for optimal throughput and minimal downtime.

5. Documentation & Collaboration

Maintain detailed documentation of HCX configurations and migration plans.

Collaborate with cloud architects, networking teams, and application owners.

Provide training and support to operations teams on HCX usage.

6. Compliance & Governance

Ensure HCX configurations align with organizational governance and compliance standards.

Participate in audits and provide evidence of configuration integr