VMware (ESXi) Engineer with Security Clearance

D2 Consulting; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

401(k) match

PTO

Life Insurance

Referral Bonuses

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

D2 Consulting in Springfield, VA is seeking an experienced VMware ESXi Engineer to design, configure, and sustain secure virtual environments in support of a national security mission. The role requires 5+ years of VMware experience, TS/SCI clearance, and the ability to work in classified environments while mentoring engineers and collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

On‑site work in a high‑performing, mission‑critical setting with opportunities to contribute to SOPs, C&A activities, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of systems engineering experience focused on VMware technologies.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Windows Server and Linux.
• Ability to work in highly secure, classified environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and sustain VMware environments in secure operations.
• Troubleshoot, patch, monitor, and maintain ESXi clusters and related components.
• Develop SOPs for virtual environments and contribute to C&A readiness.
• Mentor junior engineers and serve as technical lead on projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to translate requirements into solutions.

Skills

VMware ESXi

vSphere

NSX-T

Windows Server

Linux/Unix

TCP/IP Networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Active TS/SCI clearance

Tools

VMware Aria Automation

VMware Aria Operations

VMware NSX

Job description

New VMware (ESXi) Engineer Springfield, VA Apply **ACTIVE TS/SCI SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED** Design Smarter Systems. Support a Safer Tomorrow. Are you a VMware expert who thrives in dynamic environments and mission‑critical operations? We're looking for a VMware (ESXi) Engineer ready to take on challenges that directly impact national security. Join our highly skilled team supporting a key intelligence customer where your expertise in virtualization will drive innovation, performance, and resilience across our infrastructure. This is more than just a tech role—it’s an opportunity to apply your skills where they truly matter. What You’ll Be Doing As a VMware Engineer, you’ll be responsible for architecting, configuring, and sustaining cutting‑edge virtual environments in support of highly secure operations. Your role will blend deep technical knowledge, creative problem‑solving, and a hands‑on approach to maintaining performance, stability, and security across our ESXi infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and define system architecture for new and existing VMware environments
• Install, configure, and manage key VMware components: * vSphere
• ESXi 6.7/7.0/8.0
• VMware Aria Automation (vRA)
• VMware Aria Operations (vROps)
• NSX/NSX‑T
• Perform systems engineering tasks including troubleshooting, patching, monitoring, and hardware support
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for virtual environments
• Support operational readiness, including Certification & Accreditation (C&A) processes
• Respond to technical support requests and provide Tier II/III troubleshooting for both Windows and Linux systems
• Participate in off‑hours maintenance and on‑call support as needed
• Serve as a liaison between engineering teams and customers, helping to translate requirements into reliable solutions
• Lead or mentor less experienced engineers, and serve as technical lead for tasks or projects

What You Bring to the Team Required

• 5+ years of systems engineering experience, focused on VMware technologies
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Hands‑on expertise with:
• VMware ESXi 6.7/7.0/8.0
• VMware Aria Operations and Automation (8.x)
• VMware NSX/NSX‑T
• Microsoft Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
• Windows 10/11 and Unix/Linux systems
• Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, LAN, Active Directory, GPO
• Ability to support and troubleshoot both Windows and Linux virtual environments
• Experience working within highly secure, classified environments
• Ability to author and maintain clear, technical documentation

Preferred Certifications & Skills

• VMware and/or Cisco UCS certifications (preferred, not required)
• Cloud experience (AWS, Azure)
• Familiarity with Cisco UCS Cloud Platform
• Experience creating workflows and blueprints in VMware Aria Automation
• Familiarity with ServiceNow
• Technical writing and clear communication skills
• Prior experience supporting Intelligence or DoD customers

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to a mission that truly matters—national security
• Collaborate with top engineers in a secure, high‑performance environment
• Stay on the cutting edge of virtualization and automation technologies
• Be empowered to lead, innovate, and improve systems at scale
• Competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a chance to grow your expertise in a meaningful way

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to appropriate guidelines.
• Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $145k-155k. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above‑stated range.
• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Accrued PTO, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and more! D2 Consulting is committed to a merit‑based recruitment process and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

As a Veteran‑Owned Small Business, we particularly welcome applications from veterans who have the requisite skills and experience.

Job applicants that are interested in one of our openings and may require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, should contact us to request an accommodation.