VMware Engineer

Precision Solutions, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm seeks VMware Engineers to join their team, offering a unique opportunity to travel and work onsite at various Army bases across the U.S. In this role, you'll deploy and optimize VMware Cloud Foundation environments while collaborating with a specialized team. Your expertise in VMware and networking will be key as you tackle challenges in high-stakes environments. This position requires an active Secret clearance and offers a dynamic work atmosphere, perfect for those passionate about technology and problem-solving. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a vital role, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with VMware or 7+ years equivalent experience.
• Strong networking knowledge and troubleshooting skills required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to Army bases for onsite VCF deployment and support.
• Install, configure, and maintain VMware for stability and performance.
• Document processes and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Skills

VMware v6, 7, and 8

Networking knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Ability to troubleshoot infrastructure issues

Education

Bachelor's degree

Security + or relevant IAT II certification

VCF Certification

Tools

VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)

NSX

VSAN

Vsphere

Job description

Overview

VMWare Engineer

Remote with 75% travel in the US

Active Secret Clearance Required

Employment Options: 1099 Contract to Hire (No Third Parties)

Contract Duration: 6-12 Months

Responsibilities

Our client is looking for multiple VMware Engineers to join their team! In this role, you will travel to various Army bases in the U.S. to deploy and optimize VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) environments. You will work onsite alongside a specialized team of Architects and Staff Consultants, ensuring successful implementation, configuration, and troubleshooting of VCF infrastructure environments.

• Travel to assigned Army bases throughout the U.S. to provide onsite VCF deployment and support
• Analyze the customer’s existing infrastructure and collaborate with team members to develop an optimal deployment strategy
• Install, configure, and maintain VMware, ensuring stability and performance
• Troubleshoot and resolve network, storage, and virtualization issues within VCF environments
• Document processes and solutions clearly for both internal teams and customers
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing timely status updates and recommendations

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree with 4+ years of relevant work experience or 7+ years of equivalent relevant work experience in lieu of a degree
• Proven experience with VMware v6, 7, and 8
• Hands-on experience deploying and optimizing VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)
• Strong networking knowledge and experience configuring and maintaining network environments
• NSX, VSAN, Vsphere experience
• Hands on engineer/ability to talk through technical requirements
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues
• Excellent problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in an onsite team environment
• Ability to travel up to 75% nationally

Education/Certification Requirements

• A bachelor's degree with 4+ years of relevant work experience or 7+ years of equivalent relevant work experience in lieu of a degree
• Security + or other relevant IAT II certification
• VCF Certification (Must have within 60 days of starting)

Clearance Requirements

• Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and will need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; an active Secret clearance is required

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.