Diné Development Corporation · 1 month ago
Virtual Platform Administrator
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
7+ years expDiné Development Corporation is a Navajo Nation owned family of companies that delivers IT, professional, and environmental solutions. They are seeking a Virtual Platform Administrator to provide enterprise-level support for virtualized environments, ensuring operational continuity and compliance with cybersecurity standards.
Executive Office
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Administer, configure, and maintain enterprise virtual server infrastructure, including VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter servers
Ensure availability, performance, and security of all virtualized systems and supporting infrastructure
Perform installation, upgrades, patch management, and system hardening to maintain security compliance with DISA STIGs and DoD policies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network, database, and cybersecurity engineers, to ensure reliable and secure IT service delivery
Support virtualization and containerization technologies integrated with commercial cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, OCI, GCP)
Develop and maintain documentation including architecture diagrams, configuration baselines, and operational procedures
Monitor and analyze system performance, implement improvements, and provide tier III troubleshooting support for complex issues
Perform workload migration and resource optimization within virtual and hybrid environments
Implement automation and orchestration solutions using PowerCLI, Ansible, or other infrastructure-as-code tools
Support disaster recovery and continuity operations planning, execution, and testing
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must possess an active Secret clearance and be eligible for IT-I (Tier 5/SSBI) / Critical Sensitive access. U.S. Citizenship required
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II baseline certification (e.g., Security+, CASP+, or CISSP)
One of the following Google Cloud Platform certifications: Associate Cloud Engineer or Professional Cloud Architect
Plus one of the following certifications: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Security – Specialty, AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Cloud Operations, Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
Seven (7) years of progressive experience managing and maintaining virtualized server environments and hosted applications
At least two (2) years leading large-scale, multi-disciplinary IT projects involving virtualization, networking, and systems administration
Minimum seven (7) years of progressive experience supporting and managing enterprise virtualization environments, with demonstrated leadership in implementing and maintaining large-scale DoD or Federal virtual infrastructures
Proficiency in VMware vSphere, vCenter, and ESXi administration, including performance tuning and automation scripting
Experience managing enterprise virtual environments within DoD or Federal agencies
Familiarity with hybrid and multi-cloud environments integrating AWS, Azure, OCI, and GCP
Strong understanding of network configurations, storage systems (SAN/NAS), and security controls within virtualized infrastructures
Excellent analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to technical excellence and compliance
Preferred
Five (5) years of hands-on experience supporting DoD commercial cloud hosting solutions
Experience implementing and maintaining complex multicloud environments
Proficiency with automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or PowerCLI for system provisioning and compliance
Deep understanding of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS models and their integration within secure environments
Knowledge of virtual networking concepts including VLANs, firewalls, and routing configurations
Experience scripting administrative processes to enhance system efficiency and reduce downtime
Strong interpersonal communication and collaboration skills across technical and programmatic teams
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification is a plus
Company
Diné Development Corporation
Diné Development Corporation (DDC) is a family of companies that delivers IT, engineering, and professional services solutions that solve the dynamic challenges of federal agencies.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Austin Tsosie, MBA
Chief Executive Officer
Jacqueline Murray
Chief Operating Officer
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