Network Infrastructure Engineer

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies seeks a Network Infrastructure Engineer (VDEPT) for Dahlgren, VA. You will maintain a VMware-based CIAT environment, configure VMs, automate tasks with PowerShell/Ansible/Bash/Python, and document infrastructure processes.

Collaboration with the team ensures stability, security, and performance of the CIAT system. The role requires handling Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu) and Windows OS installations, with 3–5 years in networking/IT; a Bachelor's

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in networking/IT preferred
• Bachelor's degree required
• CompTIA Security+ CE preferred
• Strong VMware and VM configuration knowledge
• Proficient in PowerShell, Ansible, Bash and Python for automation
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Ability to troubleshoot complex problems independently
• Solid understanding of IaaS and complex system architectures
• Extensive knowledge of Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu) and Windows operating systems

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot the CIAT virtualized environment using VMware
• Configure and manage virtual machines for performance and resource optimization
• Automate system administration tasks with PowerShell, Ansible, Bash, and Python
• Develop and maintain infrastructure documentation
• Collaborate with team members to resolve issues and share knowledge
• Troubleshoot complex problems independently with minimal supervision
• Understand CIAT system of systems architecture and IaaS components
• Install, configure, and maintain Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu) and Windows OS

Skills

VMware

Scripting languages

Linux OS

Windows OS

Documentation

Troubleshooting

System architecture

IaaS concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerShell

Ansible

Bash

Python

Job description

Overview

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 Desire Skills:

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

Travel:

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

Targeted salary range is $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 amounts of time
• 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.

Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status EOE/D/V. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and subject to other state and federal requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity posters here .

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement.

Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results.

Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• accidental death and dismemberment
• short/long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plans
• paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees
• eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.