Senior Virtualization/Storage Administrator

SMS Data Products Group, Inc.; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SMS Data Products Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Virtualization/Storage Administrator in Fort Belvoir, VA, to support enterprise backup, storage, and virtualization operations for a high-profile DoD program. This role involves leading the design and implementation of data protection solutions, transitioning from Commvault to Veeam, and optimizing performance in a secure environment.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in Windows Server and VMware technologies, along with the ability to manage compliance and security protocols. A Top Secret/SCI clearance is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree or 6-10 years with a Master's.
• Must meet DoD 8570.11-IAT Level II certification requirements.
• Proven experience designing and implementing backup, recovery, and storage solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration and optimization of enterprise backup and recovery solutions.
• Architect and implement backup, storage, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Analyze system performance and resolve complex infrastructure issues.

Skills

Enterprise backup platforms (Veeam preferred)

Windows Server administration

VMware technologies (vSphere, Horizon, VDI)

Troubleshooting skills

Documentation and communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Commvault

Security+ CE

CCNA

Job description

Senior Virtualization/Storage Administrator

Location

US-VA-Fort Belvoir

Job Details

• Job ID: 2026-5349
• # of Openings: 1
• Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI
• Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Certifications: IAT Level II - S+CE, CASP, CCNA, SSCP, etc.
• Experience Level: Senior
• 8570 Compliant: IAT 2

Overview

SMS is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to support enterprise backup, storage, and virtualization operations for a high‑profile DoD program. This role will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of data protection solutions, including a migration from Commvault to Veeam, within a secure, large‑scale environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration and optimization of enterprise backup and recovery solutions (Commvault transitioning to Veeam).
• Architect and implement backup, storage, and disaster recovery strategies across physical and virtual environments.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for data protection, storage management, and recovery operations.
• Administer and troubleshoot Windows Server environments, including performance tuning, patching, and system optimization.
• Manage and optimize VMware infrastructure (vSphere, Horizon, VDI) supporting enterprise workloads.
• Ensure systems meet DISA STIG and DoD security requirements, lead hardening and compliance efforts.
• Analyze system performance, identify trends, and proactively resolve complex infrastructure issues.
• Lead incident response and root cause analysis for backup, storage, and system failures.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce SOPs, architecture documentation, and operational standards.
• Collaborate with PMO, engineering, cybersecurity, and Tiered support teams to drive system improvements.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and architectures to enhance performance and resiliency.
• Mentor junior administrators and provide technical leadership across the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8‑12 years of prior relevant experience or a Master's Degree with 6‑10 years of prior relevant experience. Additional experience may be taken into consideration in lieu of a degree.
• Candidate must, at a minimum, meet DoD 8570.11‑IAT Level II certification requirements (currently Security+ CE, CCNA‑Security, GSEC, or SSCP).
• Extensive experience with enterprise backup platforms (Veeam strongly preferred; Commvault experience highly desired).
• Strong expertise in Windows Server administration.
• Advanced experience with VMware technologies (vSphere, Horizon, VDI).
• Deep understanding of DISA STIGs, system hardening, and DoD security compliance frameworks.
• Proven experience designing and implementing backup, recovery, and storage solutions.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across systems, virtualization, and storage layers.
• Experience leading technical efforts and mentoring junior staff.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• An active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required for this position.

SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.