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Core4ce · 3 weeks ago

Mid Platforms Engineer

Hanahan, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Core4ce is seeking a Mid Platforms Engineer to provide advanced expertise in monitoring, maintaining, and scaling VMware-based platforms to ensure high availability and optimal performance of enterprise environments. This role will support the Defense Health Agency (DHA) mission by managing ESXi hosts, administering vCenter, and recommending efficient use of compute capacity worldwide.

Information Services

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Monitor and troubleshoot performance issues on ESXi hosts across distributed environments

Upgrade hardware and firmware on physical hosts as applicable

Operate VMware vCenter and perform advanced VM lifecycle management functions

Manage permissions and functionality within vCenter for customer administrators

Track compute capacity across all hosts/sites and provide recommendations for capacity planning

Migrate VMs across hosts to optimize workload performance and availability

Support the procurement, installation, and configuration of new physical datacenter hardware

Collaborate with Government and contractor leads to ensure alignment with mission requirements

Qualification

VMware vCenterESXiVRealize Operations ManagerVRealize AutomationIAT Level II certificationVirtualizationCapacity planningCommunication skillsCollaboration

Required

10+ years of professional experience in platforms engineering or systems administration

T5 investigation

Active DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain and maintain)

Hands-on expertise with VMware vCenter, ESXi (6.7/7), VMware vRealize Operations Manager (vROps), VMware vRealize Automation, and VMware Update Manager

Strong background in virtualization, physical node management (blades/chassis), and datacenter operations

Experience with compute capacity planning and hardware lifecycle management

Ability to independently troubleshoot complex platform issues and implement lasting solutions

Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, globally distributed team

IAT Level II certification

Perform duties on-site within a cleared space at Joint Base Charleston

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)

At least one relevant industry certification such as VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or similar certification

Experience supporting large-scale, geographically dispersed datacenter environments

Familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) environments, security compliance, such as Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and DHA mission systems

Prior experience recommending and implementing platform optimization strategies at scale