Virtual Machine Engineer

RIVA Solutions Inc.; Washington, Ashburn (District of Columbia, VA); Hybrid; USD 93,500 - 126,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/Sick Leave

Health/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

HSA/FSA

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Wellness Program

RIVA Flex

Job summary

RIVA Solutions Inc. is seeking a Senior Computer Systems Engineer/Architect to provide senior engineering and architecture leadership across VMware, Windows, Linux, PKI, and cloud infrastructure.

This remote, full-time role includes 20% travel for on-site work and supports HHS enterprise virtualization and identity services. You will develop automation with PowerShell, administer CyberArk PAM, manage AD, DNS, PKI, and certificate lifecycles, and help with security hardening and DISA STIG

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years enterprise systems engineering experience.
• Expertise with VMware, Windows Server, RHEL, Azure, Active Directory, CyberArk, and NetApp.
• PowerShell scripting experience.
• Experience supporting regulated Federal environments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Engineer VMware, Windows, Linux, storage, and core infrastructure.
• Administer VMware vSphere, vCenter, Aria, Horizon, and SRM.
• Perform monitoring, patching, backup, recovery, and optimization.
• Lead infrastructure modernization and cloud readiness.
• Develop PowerShell automation.
• Administer CyberArk PAM.
• Engineer Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Manage enterprise PKI and certificate lifecycle.
• Support security hardening and DISA STIG compliance.
• Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams.

Skills

VMware

Windows Server

RHEL

Azure

Active Directory

CyberArk

NetApp

PowerShell

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

VMware VCSA

SCCM

MECM

WSUS

Job description

Position: Senior Computer Systems Engineer / Architect

Location: Remote

Terms: Full Time

Clearance: Public Trust Required

Travel: 20%

RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY.

We’re a mission-driven IT services company and systems integrator supporting digital transformation and modernization for Federal government agencies. Since 2009, we’ve partnered with our customers to solve complex challenges through smart, practical innovation to deliver real outcomes where they matter most. Our teams are made up of industry-leading experts who are passionate about doing great work and making a difference. We don’t just develop solutions—we support efforts that strengthen communities and serve the public good.

RIVA’s culture is built on four core values: Results, Innovation, Values, and Accountability. They guide how we work, how we collaborate, and how we measure success. Our employee-first approach is rooted in trust, ownership, and meaningful work. By investing in our people and fostering a flexible, supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills, contribute ideas, and make an impact from day one—all while supporting missions that matter.

Program Overview

Supports HHS enterprise virtualization, identity services, operating systems, and infrastructure modernization across hybrid cloud and on-premises environments.

Position Overview

Provides senior engineering and architecture leadership for VMware, Windows, Linux, CyberArk, Active Directory, PKI, storage, networking, and cloud infrastructure.

Core Responsibilities

• Engineer VMware, Windows, Linux, storage, and core infrastructure.
• Administer VMware vSphere, vCenter, Aria, Horizon, and SRM.
• Perform monitoring, patching, backup, recovery, and optimization.
• Lead infrastructure modernization and cloud readiness.
• Develop PowerShell automation.
• Administer CyberArk PAM.
• Engineer Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Manage enterprise PKI and certificate lifecycle.
• Support security hardening and DISA STIG compliance.
• Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years enterprise systems engineering experience.
• Expertise with VMware, Windows Server, RHEL, Azure, Active Directory, CyberArk, and NetApp.
• PowerShell scripting experience.
• Experience supporting regulated Federal environments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• VMware VCSA and datastore experience.
• Satellite backup and restore.
• DISA STIG knowledge.
• WSUS, SCCM, MECM experience.
• HHS or Federal civilian experience.

Salary

$110,000

RIVA Benefits

• Paid Time Off / Sick Leave
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• HSA/FSA Spending Accounts
• Long- and Short-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Wellness Program Initiatives
• RIVA Flex (Flexible Hours and Hybrid Support, where applicable)
• Additional Workplace Benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

RIVA Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.