Vmware Systems Administrator (Dod Secret Clearance Required)

We are searching for a full-time on-site VMware Systems Administrator to support our customer at the Washington Navy Yard.

The Role: As a VMware Systems Administrator you will work with a Team to install, configure, and maintain the virtual machine infrastructure and the storage area network (SAN).

· Install, configure, harden, patch, tune, and upgrade the VMware infrastructure and storage area network infrastructure. Including ESXI hosts and VMware vCenter and other virtual appliances.

· Monitor the performance of the infrastructure and tune virtual machines, storage, and hardware

· Harden the virtual machine infrastructure and storage area network infrastructure in accordance with System Security Policies and DISA STIGs

· Maintain fiber channel storage area network, including network switches and block storage devices

· Assist with Dell/EMC professional services to deploy and configure network storage devices

· Troubleshoot storage network hardware and software, including VM based backup software

· Track and report on storage consumption and storage availability. Assist with planning storage expansion

· Configure, modify, and optimize storage LUNs to support customer operations

· Configure, deploy, and maintain backup software, backup hardware, and LTO tape devices

· Troubleshoot issues to restore operations

· Create technical documentation to include technical instructions and technical designs

Required Qualifications:

· An active DoD Secret Clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance

· The ability to work full time on-site at the Washington Navy Yard

· Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems and at least 6 years of work experience

· An IAT II certification as specified in the DoD 8570

· Hands on experience with VMware infrastructure, VMware hosts, and VMware virtual machines

· Hands on experience with Storage Area Networks, fiber channel switches, and zone configurations. Experience with EMC Unity and Dell Power Protect appliances a plus.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with partners and government officials.

Experience hardening systems in accordance with DISA’s Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Yearly pay

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• VMware: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• DoD 8570 IAT II certification? (Required)

Security clearance:

• Secret (Required)

Work Location: In person