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General Dynamics Information Technology · 18 hours ago

Virtualization/VMware Systems Administrator

Tampa, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$109K/yr - $147K/yr

5+ years exp

General Dynamics Information Technology is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology, and mission services. They are seeking a Virtualization/VMware Systems Administrator to maintain and optimize the virtual infrastructure that supports mission-critical operations for USCENTCOM.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and maintain VMware ESXi hosts, vCenter Server, and virtual machines across multiple sites

Monitor and optimize virtual infrastructure performance, resource utilization, and system availability

Implement and manage VMware networking components, including distributed switches and VLANs

Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to VMware technologies, ensuring minimal downtime, to include performance bottlenecks, connectivity problems, and virtual machine management

Collaborate with IT teams to design integrated infrastructure solutions aligned with command requirements

Mentor junior administrators to enhance team expertise in virtualization technologies

Develop and maintain documentation for virtualization architecture, processes, and procedures

Implement backup and disaster recovery solutions for virtual machines and infrastructure components

Evaluate and recommend new VMware technologies to enhance system performance and efficiency

Ensure compliance with DoD security policies, regulations, and best practices

Supporting projects to enhance the security, efficiency, or capability of the virtualized environment

Collaborating with vendors and third-party providers for troubleshooting and issue resolution

Qualification

VMware ESXiVCenter ServerCompTIA Security+ CEVSANVSphere NetworkingVMware Certified ProfessionalITIL 4 FoundationTroubleshooting skillsDocumentation skillsProblem-solving skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Top Secret/SCI clearance must currently possess

Top Secret/SCI clearance must be able to obtain

5+ years of related experience

US Citizenship Required

System Administration

Virtualization

VMware ESXi

CompTIA Security+ CE certification

Proficiency in VMware technologies, including ESXi, vCenter Server, vSAN, and vSphere Networking

Strong understanding of virtualization concepts and practices

Excellent documentation, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a high-stakes environment

Preferred

Applicable DoD 8140 or DoD 8570 Certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP)

VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP)

ITIL 4 Foundation Certification

Experience with VMware Horizon for virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI)

Familiarity with automation tools like Ansible or PowerCLI

Experience with USCENTCOM and understanding of its mission and IT environment

Security clearance level: TS/SCI clearance required

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages

401K with company match

Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts

Dental plan options

A vision plan

Paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave

Short and long-term disability benefits

Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance

Company

General Dynamics Information Technology

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General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1999

Falls Church, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees