Virtualization and Storage Engineer

Role Overview

• Deploy and maintain VMware ESXi hosts, vCenter Server, and virtual machines across multiple physical sites.
• Design and engineer scalable enterprise storage architectures supporting performance, resiliency, high availability, and mission growth requirements across on-premises and cloud environments.
• Develop logical and physical storage architectures, reference designs, and engineering roadmaps aligned to customer mission requirements and future capacity demands.
• Configure and manage core Omnissa VDI components including connection brokers, gateways, profile management, and load balancing.
• Ensure system compliance with DISA STIG and DoD security requirements by leading critical hardening efforts.
• Provide performance tuning, troubleshooting, and optimization of VDI environments.
• Perform regular maintenance, updates, and patches to ensure the security and reliability of the virtual infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to VMware virtualization technologies, including performance bottlenecks, connectivity problems, and virtual machine management.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior administrators and team members to foster a deeper understanding of virtualization technologies and their role within our infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to virtualization architecture, processes, and procedures.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging VMware and storage solutions to continuously optimize system performance and efficiency.
• Support projects to enhance the security, efficiency, or capability of the virtualized environment.
• Work with vendors and third-party providers for troubleshooting and issue resolution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of prior relevant experience or Master’s Degree with 6 years of prior relevant experience
• Current Top Secret/SCI clearance
• DoD 8570.11
• IAT Level II certification requirements (currently Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, GSEC, or SSCP)
• Advanced experience with VMware technologies (vSphere, vRealize, Horizon, VDI)
• Experience with NetApp, Dell Unity, Hitachi and VMware vSAN storage technologies
• Strong knowledge of SANs, Fibre Channel fabric, vSphere Standard/Distributed Switches
• Deep understanding of DISA STIGs, system hardening, and DoD security compliance frameworks
• Extensive experience with server hardware (Cisco UCS, Dell, HP), SAN/NAS storage, IP routing, and firewall structures
• Hands-on experience with Omnissa Horizon 7/8, App Volumes, Dynamic Environment Manager, and UAGs
• Experience with Microsoft Active Directory, Windows Server 2016/2019/2022, and FSlogix
• Experience managing Dell Wyse clients.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across systems, virtualization, and storage layers.

Tech Stack

• Cloud
• Unity
• VMware

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) match
• Direct Deposit
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Recognition and Reward Programs
• Discount Programs