Systems Administrator - Virtualization (Intermediate)

Requisition #: 1999

Job Title: Systems Administrator - Intermediate (Virtualization)

Location: Fort Huachuca, AZ, Onsite

Clearance Level: Secret, must Have Clearance to Start

Required Certification(s): DoW 8140 Compliance - CompTIA Security+ or Cloud+, GICSP, GSEC, Systems Security Certified Practitioner and ability to obtain VCF - Architect certification in 90 days

Essential Duties

The Systems Administrator - Virtualization Intermediate roles are responsible for maintaining and optimizing the virtual infrastructure that supports the mission-critical operations of the GCC. You will administer, develop, test, implement, and maintain the virtual operating environment and its related software. This role involves establishing standards between hardware and software, troubleshooting complex systems and networking problems, and recommending upgrades based on performance data. Your work will directly impact the stability, security, and efficiency of our virtualized systems. This position differs from an Operating Systems Programmer as it does not involve altering the operating system's software code.

Design and Implementation:

• Design, deploy, and maintain VMware ESXi hosts, vCenter Server, and virtual machines across multiple sites.
• Collaborate with IT teams to design and implement integrated infrastructure solutions that align with command requirements.
• Implement and manage VMware networking components, including distributed switches and VLANs.
• Schedule, plan, and perform system upgrades, coordinating the transition from test to production environments.

System Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

• Monitor and optimize virtual infrastructure performance, resource utilization, and system availability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to VMware technologies, including performance bottlenecks and connectivity problems, to ensure minimal downtime.
• Collaborate with vendors and third-party providers for advanced troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Provide technical support for system users.
• Security and Recovery:
• Implement and manage comprehensive backup and disaster recovery solutions for virtual machines and infrastructure components.
• Ensure the virtual environment is compliant with DoD security policies, regulations, and best practices by implementing and maintaining STIGs.
• Support projects aimed at enhancing the security, efficiency, or capability of the virtualized environment.

Documentation and Mentorship:

• Develop and maintain clear, detailed documentation for virtualization architecture, configurations, and procedures.
• Evaluate and recommend new VMware technologies and solutions to enhance system performance and efficiency. Mentor junior administrators to enhance the team's overall expertise in virtualization technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering
• 2+ years of experience, or equivalent relevant work experience; e.g., each year of work experience may be substituted for each year of education required.
• Experience in the administration and maintenance of software infrastructures and applications.
• DoW 8140 Compliance - CompTIA Security+ or Cloud+, GICSP, GSEC, Systems Security Certified Practitioner and ability to obtain VCF - Architect certification in 90 days
• Active DoD Secret Clearance