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M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include IT Talent Solutions, Data Delivery & Analytics, Cyber Security, Cloud Migration, Applications and Infrastructure, Software Development, and Finance & Accounting.\nM9 Solutions is seeking a VM Senior Systems Engineer to work onsite in support of a government contract for a client located in Washington, DC. An active Public Trust clearance is required.\nResponsibilities\nReview existing operational events and propose refinements, automation, and/or broaden handling capabilities as appropriate, with a focus on service uptime and performance.\nSubject Matter Expert (SME) on two or more of the following: Kubernetes, Server Hosting, Virtual Networking, Network and Application Security, Scripting/Programming.\nInteract with other stakeholders in the House community for troubleshooting/solution development/etc. This interaction could include other members of Enterprise Operations, Cybersecurity, the networking team, cloud team, technology support partners, etc.\nIdentify and report on current vulnerability/risk state of House Virtual Server and Container hosting architecture.\nAssist in the development and performance of quality control checks for service uptime and operations.\nAssist in the development and performance of operational metrics for service uptime and operations.\nIn-depth knowledge of network switching and firewall management\nAbility to troubleshoot complex issues and, when necessary, coordinate working sessions with technical staff and supportive vendors/resellers.\nRequired Skills and Qualifications\nWork Authorization: US Citizenship is required.\nAn active Public Trust level clearance is required.\nBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (+5 years) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, or similar relevant degrees.\nIn-depth knowledge of network switching in Dell Blade systems and Firewall Management for Virtual Infrastructures.\nExperience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF).\nExperience with VMware Aria Operations suite.\nExperience architecting fault-tolerant systems with multi-region redundancy and well-defined failover strategies.\nExperience with threat modeling, data encryption, and identity management (RBAC/MFA).\nExperience with Infrastructure as Code using tools such as Ansible.\nIn-depth knowledge of VMware Aria Operations Suite version 9.\nExperience working with at least 3 of the following technologies:VMware (by Broadcom) Products (examples: vCenter, vSphere, Other).\nMonica (formerly VMware) Products (examples: Workspace One, Horizon VDI, Other.\nMicrosoft Windows Server Operating Systems and/or Linux-based Server Operating Systems.\nDell and/or HPE Blade/Rack Server Hardware.\nKubernetes Container Infrastructure (examples: Tanzu, OpenShift, Docker, others).\n\nPreferred: Dell and/or Cisco Chassis Network and Storage Switch configuration.\nFull-Time Employee Compensation\nM9 Solutions’ pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.\nM9 Benefits - https://m9solutions.com/why-join-m9/#our-benefits\nSalary Range\n$60,000—$180,000 USD\nM9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal subcontractor and complies with all applicable federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). M9 also adheres to the affirmative action requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), ensuring equal opportunity for protected veterans. If you wish to voluntarily share that you are an individual with a disability, you are welcome to do so at any point in the application or employment process; M9 does not require this information, and it will not affect your candidacy. If you need accommodation during the application process or encounter difficulties using our website, please contact our Human Resources Department at  or 703-936-0880.\nM9 Solutions is a proud participant in the Virginia Values Veterans (V3) program and supports the Military Medics and Corpsmen (MMAC) initiative, demonstrating our commitment to hiring and supporting veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, and dependents. \nWith 15+ years of proven delivery and growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. 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