DescriptionTEKsystems is seeking an experienced Private Cloud Deployment Engineer for a long term contract. This person will be traveling over 70% of the time, with remote work on the non-travel weeks.
JOB DESCRIPTION: The Deployment Engineer will be responsible for the start-up and integration of proprietary and 3rd party products and services at classified data center environments. The ideal candidate will have a broad range of experience with industry-standard virtualization tools for compute, networking, and storage. The candidate must have an expert understanding of Linux, a strong background with virtualization, knowledge of data center networking, and knowledge of data center storage. Experience with start-up and integration tasks in a classified environment is required. The candidate should have experience building infrastructure including OS Image lifecycle, STIG processes, and troubleshooting and debugging issues.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Install, patch, and configure software and virtualization products on top of HPE hardware.
- Integrate identity and security across multi-vendor products.
- Plan for and execute adding new tools to the private cloud environment as needed for adding capabilities.
- Remediate security vulnerabilities.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Expert Linux skills
- Strong background and experience with VMware
- Strong knowledge of container platforms (Kubernetes)
- Working knowledge of networking
- Working knowledge of storage
- Experience with at least one public cloud provider preferred
- This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI).
- Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required.
Location: 70% Travel, 30% Remote (Any Location)
Top Skills DetailsVMware, Deployment, Cloud, Build, Linux, RHEL, Virtualization, Systems Engineering, Kubernetes
Experience LevelExpert Level
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $60.00 - $75.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Dallas,TX.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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