Virtualization Systems Administrator - TS/SCI w/Poly

General Dynamics Information Technology; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking a Virtualization Systems Administrator to support national defense by optimizing virtual server platforms. Responsibilities include administering environments, monitoring performance, and ensuring security compliance. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field or equivalent experience, an active TS/SCI clearance, and hands-on experience with VMware or Hyper-V. The role is onsite in Maryland and offers comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT or 8-12+ years of relevant experience
• Active TS/SCI clearance with a favorable polygraph
• Hands-on experience with VMware or Hyper-V in an enterprise environment
• Working knowledge of server administration and secure configuration

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize virtualized server environments across Windows and Linux
• Monitor performance and utilization of virtual resources
• Implement secure configuration baselines and system hardening
• Execute timely patching and security updates

Skills

VMware

Hyper-V

Windows server administration

Linux server administration

Patch management

Vulnerability remediation

System hardening

Compliance reporting

Analytical skills

Cross-team communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field or 8-12+ years of relevant IT experience

Job description

Virtualization Systems Administrator

Your impact: Own your opportunity to support national defense. Your work will help keep critical operations secure and connected across the global enterprise directly, contributing to a mission that protects our nation every day.

Meaningful Work and Personal Impact

As a Virtualization Systems Administrator supporting CIS, you will ensure the stability, security, and high availability of enterprise virtual server platforms across multiple networks and environments. You will manage and optimize virtualized computer resources, maintain compliant configuration baselines, and deliver resilient hosting solutions that power permission critical applications. Your work directly impacts system readiness, security posture, and the reliable delivery of core IT services.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and optimize virtualized server environments, including hypervisors, virtual machines, and supporting infrastructure across Windows and Linux platforms
• Monitor health, performance, and utilization of virtual computer resources, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance capacity, resilience, and efficiency
• Implement secure configuration baselines, system hardening, and STIG aligned controls across all managed virtual servers and supporting components
• Execute timely patching and security updates for virtual hosts, guest operating systems, hypervisors, and associated tools using automated deployment and compliance technologies
• Review weekly compliance and security scan results, identify noncompliant systems, determine root causes, and coordinate remediation actions with system owners
• Track and apply approved security directives, task orders, and vulnerability notices, ensuring alignment with enterprise cybersecurity requirements and reporting timelines
• Design, build, and maintain virtual machine templates, golden images, firmware versions, and standardized configuration profiles to ensure consistent and secure deployments
• Provide Tier 3 troubleshooting and escalation support for complex virtualization issues including storage, networking, cluster health, and resource contention
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, networking, and operations teams to implement new virtual infrastructure solutions, support accreditation activities, and validate secure configurations
• Maintain documentation of system configurations, patch schedules, template updates, and procedures to support audit readiness and change control

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Education: Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field, or 8-12+ years of relevant IT experience in lieu of a degree
• Certification: Meet DoD 8140 Information Assurance Workforce certification requirements (e.g., Security+ CE, etc.)
• Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance with a favorable polygraph
• Hands‑on experience administering VMware, Hyper‑V, or comparable virtualization platforms in an enterprise environment
• Working knowledge of Windows and Linux server administration, performance tuning, and secure configuration practices
• Experience performing patch management, vulnerability remediation, system hardening, and compliance reporting across virtualized systems
• Strong analytical, documentation, and cross‑team communication skills
• US citizenship required
• Location: Onsite

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401(k) with company match, competitive pay, and paid time off.