Virtualization Administrator/Engineer

General Dynamics - IT; Falls Church (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT is seeking a Virtualization Administrator/Engineer to lead the enterprise VMware environment. You will mentor the team, coordinate day-to-day work, and ensure stability, security, and performance across vCenter and ESXi hosts.

You will implement patches, automate tasks with PowerCLI, and drive proactive monitoring. Strong communication with senior stakeholders is required in this role.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of virtualization engineering experience in large enterprise environments.
• Hands-on VMware installation, configuration, and administration.
• Proficiency with PowerCLI scripting and automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead virtualization operations team, provide technical guidance and prioritization.
• Provide day-to-day support for the enterprise virtualization environment.
• Apply VMware patches, updates, and STIGs to vCenters and ESXi hosts.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and QRGs to automate tasks.
• Monitor and improve system reliability, performance, and capacity.
• Write and maintain automation scripts to streamline tasks.
• Plan server hardware/software upgrades and related projects.

Skills

VMware

PowerCLI

Technical leadership

SLA management

Documentation

Stakeholder communication

Training & mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or related field

Tools

VMware vSphere

PowerCLI

Job description

Virtualization Administrator/Engineer

The Virtualization Administrator/Engineer supports the Infrastructure Management Team’s enterprise virtualization environment, serving as both a technical expert and team lead. This role is responsible for ensuring the stability, security, performance, and continual improvement of the VMware-based infrastructure while leading and mentoring team members and coordinating day-to-day work.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a team lead for the virtualization operations team, providing technical guidance, mentoring, work prioritization, and coordination with leadership and stakeholders.
• Provide day-to-day support for the Infrastructure Management Team’s virtualization environment in a large enterprise setting.
• Apply VMware patches, updates, hotfixes, and STIGs to vCenters and ESXi hosts, as well as any Windows servers/workstations that are maintained by the Virtualization Team.
• Identify trends and recurring issues, implement solutions and improved processes, and shift the environment from reactive support to proactive monitoring and prevention.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and QRGs to automate tasks and enable user self-service where appropriate.
• Conduct process reviews and recommend changes to increase efficiency, reliability, and scalability.
• Align technical work with customer strategic goals, offering recommendations that reflect a clear understanding of requirements.
• Maintain proper security posture through continuous monitoring, testing, and evaluation of systems and solutions on the network.
• Support the Change Management process, including planning, documentation, risk assessment, and implementation of approved changes.
• Monitor and manage ticket queues, ensuring incidents and requests are resolved within SLAs and documented.
• Deliver customer service by gathering requirements, troubleshooting issues, and providing timely resolutions.
• Provide input to Disaster Recovery and COOP plans and participate in related exercises.
• Plan and manage server hardware/software upgrades and related infrastructure projects.
• Perform server and rack installations, including cabling, configuration, and documentation.
• Prepare and deliver status reports and briefings to leadership and customers, communicating progress, risks, and issues.
• Write and maintain PowerCLI scripts to automate monitoring, configuration, and management tasks.
• Develop processes and tools to transition capabilities to Network Operations and Tier 2 teams, including monitoring, documentation, and playbooks.
• Implement and refine monitoring solutions and help define response procedures so Level 1 and 2 teams can resolve issues without escalation.
• Research and report on end-user response time, application and system performance, and overall availability.
• Support hardware and software lifecycle processes, including planning, refresh, and retirement.
• Monitor and report on application, system, and infrastructure health and capacity.
• Create automated solutions for data collection and reporting on performance and availability.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or related field; or equivalent combination of education, certifications, and experience.

Required Experience

8–12 years of experience as a virtualization administrator/engineer.

Required Technical & Professional Skills

• Experience supporting large enterprise virtualization environments.
• Hands-on experience with VMware installation, configuration, and administration.
• Proficiency with PowerCLI scripting.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and process-improvement skills.
• Dependability, accountability, and responsiveness to direction and feedback.
• Demonstrated customer service experience, including engagement with senior military and government leadership.
• Ability to present technical information to audiences with varying skill levels.
• Ability to conduct training for users and team members.
• Skill in engaging stakeholders to track progress, manage expectations, and meet timelines.
• Experience with hardware and software lifecycle processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and documentation practices.
• Strong organizational, collaborative, and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to quickly assimilate new information and self-study new technologies.
• Maintain current industry knowledge of relevant concepts and practices.
• Ability to work under time constraints and manage multiple priorities.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing requirements and new projects.

Certification Requirements

• Must have baseline certification(s) at interview to meet DoW 8570.01-M IAT Level II (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE).
• Must obtain an additional certification within six months of hire (e.g., VMware Certified Technical Associate (VCTA)); details to be discussed with the Enterprise Operation Manager.
• Must comply with updated DoW 8140 requirements when implemented.
• Maintain and upgrade certifications as required.

Clearance Requirements

• Active Secret clearance at time of interview, with ability to maintain an active clearance.

Location & Schedule

• Primary work location: Falls Church, Virginia.
• Three days onsite and up to two days telework; onboarding period may require up to 60 days onsite.
• Work hours and days determined upon hire; subject to change based on mission requirements from GDIT or USG leadership.
• TravelUp to 10% travel, including conferences (up to two annually) and site visits as needed.

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