PGTEK · 4 weeks ago
Private Cloud Build Engineer - Secret clearance or higher
PGTEK is a consulting organization focused on helping clients achieve their business and technology objectives. They are seeking a Private Cloud Build Engineer responsible for deploying, integrating, and maintaining modern data center and virtualization technologies in classified environments, with a 50/50 split between on-site work and travel.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Deploy, configure, and maintain private cloud infrastructure solutions, primarily using HPE hardware
Install, patch, and manage virtualization software and supporting systems
Integrate identity, access management, and security policies across multi-vendor environments
Collaborate with engineering and security teams to assess vulnerabilities and implement remediations
Evaluate and implement new tools and services to enhance cloud platform capabilities
Provide customer-facing support to deliver a smooth, user-centered private cloud experience
Develop documentation and operational processes to support scalability and long-term maintenance
Qualification
Required
Active Secret Security Clearance (required)
Strong background in modern data center technologies
Hands-on experience with hypervisors (e.g., VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V)
Expertise in Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Software-Defined Storage (SDS)
Proficiency with container platforms (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift)
Familiarity with at least one major public cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP preferred)
Solid understanding of virtualization across compute, networking, and storage
Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills in complex environments
Strong communication skills with a customer-first engineering mindset
Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%
Preferred
Experience with HPE Synergy, HPE OneView, or related HPE tools
Working knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks
Knowledge of government security compliance standards (e.g., NIST, RMF)
Ability to work in classified environments following strict security protocols
Benefits
Comprehensive PPO medical coverage with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) option
Vision plan
Dental insurance with the base dental plan option paid for by PGTEK
TRICARE Supplemental Medical Insurance plan
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term disability
Critical Illness insurance
Matching 401(k) plan
Discount on pet insurance through ASPCA Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Generous amount of PTO and Holidays
Education Assistance Program