Virtualization Engineer

Tetrad Digital Integrity LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetrad Digital Integrity LLC in Arlington, VA is seeking a seasoned Virtualization Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain VMware ESXi infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments. The role requires hands-on engineering, testing, and operation in a TS/SCI environment.

This onsite position demands strong security credentials, DoDD 8140 compliance, and the ability to work with DISA CESO teams to sustain mission-critical VMware clusters and COOP capabilities.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly ability.
• DoDD 8140 compliant cert, at least IAT Level II (Security+ CE) at start.
• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of directly relevant experience; extra experience may substitute for degree.
• 6+ years hands-on VMWARE experience in engineering, operations and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of VMWARE concepts and best practices; experience in a high op-temp, Top Secret environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 3 virtualization support to operations admins.
• Maintain ESXi hosts, clusters, and vSAN at vendor-supported levels.
• Support Continuity of Operations (COOP).
• Develop and/or participate in After Action Reports (AARs).
• Provide expert advice on VMWARE cluster management within the DISA CESO enterprise architecture.
• Evaluate current technologies to identify gaps in DISA CESO.
• Provide requirements and strategies for future cybersecurity operations.
• Participate in meetings with DISA CESO and mission partner working groups.
• Adhere to DOD STIGs, DISA orders, JSIG policy, guidelines, and regulations.

Skills

VMware ESXi expertise

Security clearance TS/SCI

IAT Level II certification

Bachelor's degree

8+ years IT/engineering experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

vSAN

DOD STIGs tooling

Job description

Tetrad Digital Integrity (TDI) is a leading-edge cybersecurity firm with a mission to safeguard and protect our customersfrom increasing threats and vulnerabilities in this digital age.

TDI is hiring aVirtualizationEngineerto support theCompartmented Enterprise Services Office.Seeking a seasoned, self-motivated engineering professional with extensive hands-on experience in engineering and testing within virtualized on-premises and cloud environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in developing, implementing, and managing VMware ESXi infrastructure.

This position is onsite 5 days/week in Arlington, VAand requires an active TS/SCI clearance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide Tier 3 support to members of the operations virtualization administrators.
• Maintain all hardwareand softwarecomponents at vendor supported levels.
• Maintain expert knowledge of ESXi hosts, clusters, and vSAN.
• Support mission-critical Continuity of Operations (COOP).
• Develop and/or participate in After Action Reports (AARs).
• Provide expert advice and direction regarding the management and operation of all VMWARE clusters in the DISA CESO enterprise architecture.
• Evaluate current technologies and processes associated with DISA CESO to identify gaps.
• Provide requirements and strategies for future cybersecurity operations.
• Active participant in meetings with DISA CESO and mission partner working groups.
• Adhere to applicable DOD STIGs, DISA applicable orders, and JSIG policy, guidelines, and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidate must currently have an active TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI Poly.
• DoDD 8140 compliant certification, at minimum IAT Level II (e.g., Security+ CE), at start.
• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of directly relevant experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• 6+ years of hands-on VMWARE experience in both engineering, operations and maintenance roles.
• Strong knowledge of VMWARE concepts and best practices:
• Experience working in a high op-temp, Top Secret environment.

TDI does business with the federal government, which restricts employment to individuals who are either US citizens or lawful permanent residents of the United States.

TDI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made based on individual qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, in accordance with applicable federal laws.