Senior Storage Systems Engineer

Systems Plus, Inc.; Rockville, Northern (MD, KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Plus, Inc. is seeking an experienced professional to support government contractor environments in the DMV area.

The role focuses on uptime, performance, and security across virtualization, container, and network infrastructures with collaboration across cybersecurity and cloud teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) and at least five years in related technical roles, including VMware Cloud Foundation and Aria Operations, Dell blade networking, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (+5 years) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology or similar relevant degrees.
• In depth knowledge of network switching in Dell Blade systems and Firewall Management for Virtual Infrastructures.
• Experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF).
• Experience with VMware Aria Operation suite.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and coordinate working sessions with technical staff and vendors.
• Subject Matter Expert on two or more: Kubernetes, Server Hosting, Virtual Networking, Network and Application Security, Scripting/Programming.
• Demonstrate experience with at least 3 of: VMware, Workspace One, Windows/Linux servers, Dell/HPE Blade/Rack, Kubernetes.
• Preferred: Dell and/or Cisco Chassis Network and StorageSwitch configuration.

Responsibilities

• Review existing operational events and propose refinements, automation, and broader handling with focus on downtime and performance.
• Interact with client community and Enterprise Operations, Cybersecurity, networking, cloud teams, and partners.
• Identify and report on vulnerability/risk state of client hosting architecture (VMs/containers).
• Assist in development and performance of quality checks for service uptime and operations.
• Assist in development and performance of operational metrics for uptime and operations.

Skills

Five years experience

Dell Blade networking

Firewall management

VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)

VMware Aria Operations

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Got the Government Contractor Blues? Looking for a company that cares and goes beyond just filling another contract billet? Well, look no further! Experience this family-oriented company that takes pride in you and will help you grow where your passions lie. Holding many Defense & Federal government contracts around the globe, with Systems Plus, you have the opportunity to take on new and evolving challenges, aim beyond what you think you are capable of, and work in collaborative, dynamic, and high-tempo environments.

Our employees are our most valued asset, and we invest in our people because we are in it for the long term. We are committed to your success and well-being and offer competitive benefits packages, salaries, bonus/award programs, and a high potential for professional growth and job opportunities worldwide.

Systems Plus is the company for you! Experience the difference, and let’s talk about your future at Systems Plus today.

Position Title

Position Type

Full-Time, Onsite

Position Location

DMV

Tracking Code

01194

Daily Responsibilities

• Review existing operational events and propose refinements, automation, and/or broaden handling capabilities asappropriate withfocuson service uptime and performance.
• Interact with other stakeholders in theclientcommunity for troubleshooting/solution development/etc. This interaction could include other members of other members of Enterprise Operations, Cybersecurity, the networking team, cloud team,technology supportpartners, etc.
• Identifyand report on current vulnerability/risk state ofclientVirtual Server and Container hosting architecture.
• Assistin the development and performance of quality control checks for service uptime and operations.
• Assistin the development and performance of operational metrics for service uptime and operations.

Years of Experience

• Fiveyears of experienceminimum

Degree/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (+5 years) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, InformationTechnologyor similar relevant degrees.

Requirements

• In depth knowledge of network switching in Dell Blade systems andFirewall Managementfor Virtual Infrastructures.
• Experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF).
• Experience with VMware Aria Operation suite.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and when necessary, coordinate working sessionswith technical staff and supportive vendors/resellers.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) on two or more of the following: Kubernetes, Server Hosting, Virtual Networking, Network and Application Security, Scripting/Programming.
• Demonstrate experienceworking with at least 3 of the following technologies:
  • VMWare (by Broadcom) Products (examples: vCenter, vSphere, Other)
  • Omnissa(formerly VMware) Products (examples: Workspace One, Horizon VDI, Other
  • Microsoft Windows Server Operating Systems and/or Linux Based Server Operating Systems
  • Dell and/or HPE Blade/Rack Server Hardware
  • Kubernetes Container Infrastructure (examples: Tanzu, Docker, others)
• Preferred: Dell and/or Cisco Chassis Network and StorageSwitch configuration.

Required Clearance

• U.S. citizenshiprequired.Candidates must be able to secure andmaintainFederal Government security clearances asdeemedappropriate bymanagement

About Systems Plus

Systems Plus is headquartered in Rockville, MD with over 2 decades of experience providing Global Enterprise Management, Technology, Engineering and Professional services and solutions across Defense and Federal Civilian government sectors.

From Discovery to Delivery, Systems Plus brings a greater measure of confidence, commitment and value to our clients. With various Defense and Federal contracts across the United States, Europe and Pacific/Asia, we are driving innovation and excellence within the Special Operations Forces Components and Commands, Defense Health Agency, United States Air Force, United States Marine Corps, National Institute of Standards and Technology, House of Representatives and more.

Through our diverse portfolio of clients and capabilities we power vision and insight—discover what’s possible with a Small Business that thinks BIG!