Network Infrastructure Engineer

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead Family of Companies is seeking a Network Infrastructure Engineer in Dahlgren, VA to support the CIAT infrastructure. You will operate, maintain, and troubleshoot virtualized environments, requiring VMware expertise and strong scripting skills across PowerShell, Ansible, Bash, and Python.

The role involves documentation, collaboration with teammates, and ensuring security, stability, and performance of the CIAT system. A Bachelor's degree and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3–5 years of experience in networking or IT preferred.
• CompTIA Security+ CE certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot the CIAT system's virtualized environment using VMware.
• Configure and manage virtual machines (VMs) for optimal performance.
• Automate system administration tasks using PowerShell, Ansible, Bash, and Python.
• Develop and maintain documentation for infrastructure processes and procedures.
• Communicate with team members to resolve technical issues and share knowledge.
• Troubleshoot complex problems independently with minimal supervision.
• Understand CIAT system architecture, IaaS components, and interdependencies.
• Install, configure, and maintain Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu) and Windows OSs.

Skills

VMware

PowerShell

Ansible

Bash

Python

Documentation

Communication

Troubleshooting

IaaS

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

VMware vSphere

Job description

Network Infrastructure Engineer (VDEPT)

Bowhead is seeking a Network Infrastructure Engineer in Dahlgren, VA. The Network Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and support of the CIAT system's underlying infrastructure. This role requires a strong understanding of virtualization technologies, scripting languages, operating systems, and complex system architectures. The engineer will troubleshoot issues, document procedures, and collaborate with other team members to ensure the stability, security, and performance of the CIAT infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a self‑motivated problem‑solver with a passion for learning and a commitment to providing excellent technical support.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot the CIAT system's virtualized environment using VMware.
• Configure and manage virtual machines (VMs), ensuring optimal performance and resource utilization.
• Automate system administration tasks using scripting languages: PowerShell, Ansible, Bash, and Python.
• Develop and maintain documentation for infrastructure processes and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with other team members to resolve technical issues and share knowledge.
• Troubleshoot complex problems independently, with minimal supervision.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the CIAT system of systems architecture, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) components, and complex system interdependencies.
• Install, configure, and maintain Linux (primarily RHEL and Ubuntu) and Windows operating systems.

Qualifications

• Three to five years (3-5) of experience in networking, IT, or other related fields preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• CompTIA Security+ CE Certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of VMware and virtual machine configuration.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Ansible, Bash, and Python.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex problems independently.
• Comprehensive understanding of system of systems concepts, IaaS, and complex system architectures.
• Extensive knowledge of Linux (RHEL and Ubuntu) and Windows operating systems.

Additional Desired Skills

• AWS tactical knowledge in BL9 or BL10 environments.
• Programming or development experience.
• VMware or IaaS certifications.
• Containerization experience (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Travel

Required to travel to support CIAT system deployments and maintenance activities. Travel will be less than 10%.

Targeted Salary Range

$80,000 to $125,000 annually based on qualifications and experience.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 10-15 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically.

Security Clearance Requirements

Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract.