Tundra Federal is seeking a highly motivated, self-directed individual to fill the remote role of an Lead Deployment Engineer, providing storage and virtualization expertise for our USAF client.
Responsibilities- Partial Travel 50% (primarily CONUS with some OCONUS).
- Install server rack, mount equipment, dress and label cables.
- Provide In-Brief, Out-Brief and informal training to site customer.
- Develop implementation documentation and drawings.
- Flexibility working with team members in different time zones.
- Support site teleconferences, readiness reviews, site assessments.
- Provide technical briefings to government customer.
- Solid problem-solving skills and the ability to work efficiently and independently as required.
- Capable of troubleshooting storage, networking, and virtual environments as needed.
- Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications including MS VISIO for generating documentation.
- Must be able to work in military structured environment.
Qualifications- A degree in the field of computer science or a related discipline is preferred.
- Post- Secondary Education and or combination of education and experience.
- Security+ certification required (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
- Must be able to work independently, is capable of applying critical thinking to solve complex technical problems and function as a reliable team member.
- VMware vSphere7/8 - Minimum 2 years' experience.
- Dell Server and iDrac Remote Management - Minimum 2 years' experience.
- Candidate must have a minimum of five (5) years' experience in an operational environment supporting Dell and VMWare (or similar) solutions.
- VMware VCF certification is a plus.
- Must have, at a minimum, a current and active or able to be re-activated SECRET security clearance.
- DoD/USAF experience a plus.
- Knowledge of USAF IT technical standards and processes a plus.
- Experience with customer interfacing, site surveys and managing customer needs.
- Experience with leading projects to successful completion.
- Valid US passport required.
- Must be able to lift 50lbs of equipment.
Job ID2026-21733
Work TypeRemote
Pay Range $115,000 -$125,000
Benefits Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Company DescriptionWork Where it MattersTundra Federal, an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Tundra Federal, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, Tundra Federal provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, Tundra Federal delivers agile information technology solutions to implement and evolve IT infrastructures to achieve and advance functionality, efficiency, security, and compliance.
As a Tundra Federal employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
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