VMware (ESXi) Engineer

Overview

On Site
USD 125,800.00 - 170,200.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Computer Networking
SAFE
Performance Management
Project Management
Preventive Maintenance
Systems Architecture
Systems Analysis/design
Break/Fix
Operating Systems
Documentation
Training
Leadership
Supervision
Business Analytics
Business Analysis
Management
VMware vSphere
Standard Operating Procedure
Technical Support
Virtualization
Dashboard
Systems Engineering
Computer Hardware
VMware ESXi
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Operating Systems
Unix
Linux
Microsoft Windows
TCP/IP
DNS
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
LAN
GPO
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
Cisco UCS
Workflow
VMware
ServiceNow
Communication
Technical Writing
DoD
Security Clearance
Telecommuting
Marketing Operations
Taxes
Apache Flex
Military
Insurance
Professional Services
Innovation
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning (ML)
Cloud Computing
Application Development

Job Details

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
Systems Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Automation Frameworks, Networking Technologies, VMware Technologies
Certifications:
None
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
ship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a VMware (ESXi) Engineer at GDIT. Here, you'll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you'll make the end user's experience your priority and we'll make your career growth ours.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As an VMware (ESXi) Engineer you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on TS/SCI cleared VMware (ESXi) Engineer joining our team to support our intelligence customer in Springfield, VA or St. Louis, MO.

HOW A VMware (ESXi) ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Core Hours: 10:00am-6:00pm (eastern standard time)

Responsibilities:

Designs and defines system architecture for new or existing compute systems

Performs complex systems engineering design work that may include but not limited to, compute architecture analysis and design, monitoring, troubleshooting, patching, hardware break/fix, and implementing best security practices within the ESXi Virtual Hosted Environment.

Responsibilities:

Plans upgrades of operating systems and designs systems enhancements.

Develops documentation on new or existing systems.

Develops and conducts tests to ensure systems meet documented user requirements.

Identifies, analyzes, and resolves system problems.

Provides system/equipment/specialized training and technical guidance.

Determines system specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility.

Provides guidance and work leadership to less-experienced systems engineers and may have supervisory responsibility.

May serve as a technical team or task lead.

Serves as liaison with clients, participating in meetings to ensure client needs are met.

Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned.

Participates in special projects as required.

EDUCATION

BA/BS

QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of related systems engineering experience

VMware virtualization expertise is required to support both onsite and remote site activities.

Install, configure and manage VMware virtualization environment components (vSphere, VMware Aria Automation (vRA) VMware Aria Operations (vROPs), ESXi, NSX/NSX-T).

Provide Operation and Sustainment support for the virtualization environment.

Ensure virtualization systems are compliant within required security standards.

Develop and maintain O&S Standard Operating Procedures for VMware virtualization environment.

Support diagnoses and troubleshooting of problems with the virtualization environment including Microsoft Windows and Linux O/S systems.

Within established procedures, responds to end user requests for technical support and assistance.

Support off-hours maintenance activities.

Support the Certification and Accreditation process for virtualization hosts.

Gain familiarity with current data center infrastructure.

Maintain current industry knowledge of development concept, practices and procedures

Develop an in-depth understanding of the ITEMS UDS baseline capabilities, design and objectives.

Hands-on experience designing and implementing VMware Aria Operations and/or Log Insight in a production environment, to include developing policies and custom dashboards.

Skills and Abilities:

Advanced knowledge of systems engineering principles, methods, and techniques.

Knowledge of the current industry hardware, software, and equipment.

Professional certification in one or more relevant technologies.

Required Skills:
  • VMware ESX 6.7/7.0/8.0
  • VMware Aria Operations 8.X
  • VMware Aria Automation 8.X
  • VMware NSX/NSX-T
  • Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
  • Unix/Linux familiarity
  • Windows 10/11

TCP/IP, DNS, Local Area Networking, AD, GPO

A candidate should have current VMware and/or Cisco UCS experience in their current job or within the last 2 years , with VMware and/or UCS certification preferred, but not required.

Desired Skills:

Cloud experience (AWS, Azure)

Cisco UCS Cloud Platform

VMware NSX/NSX-T

Experience creating and implementing workflows and blueprints for use with VMware Aria Automation solution

Service Now Experience a plus

Technical written & verbal communication skills (technical writing)

Experience supporting Intelligence and/or DoD Customers

TS/SCI clearance required

Location: Customer Site

ship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

#RoverGSS

The likely salary range for this position is $125,800 - $170,200. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
None

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA VA Springfield

Additional Work Locations:
USA MO Arnold - 3838 Vogel Rd (MOC017)

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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