VMware Virtualization Engineer (DoD Security)

Peraton; Fort Huachuca (AZ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Virtualization Administrator to maintain and optimize the virtual infrastructure supporting GCC operations. You will administer, develop, test, implement, and maintain the virtual environment and its software, setting standards and troubleshooting complex issues to ensure stability, security, and efficiency.

Responsibilities include designing and deploying VMware ESXi hosts, vCenter, networking, upgrades; monitoring performance; implementing backup and DR; ensuring STIG

Qualifications

• Experience as a Virtualization Administrator with VMware focus.
• In-depth knowledge of VMware ESXi, vCenter Server and distributed switches.
• Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions for virtualized systems.
• Familiarity with DoD security requirements and STIG implementation.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain VMware ESXi hosts, vCenter Server, and virtual machines across multiple sites.
• Collaborate with IT teams to design and implement integrated infrastructure solutions.
• Implement and manage VMware networking components, including distributed switches and VLANs.
• Schedule and perform system upgrades, coordinating transition from test to production.
• Monitor and optimize virtual infrastructure performance and availability.
• Troubleshoot VMware issues to minimize downtime and coordinate vendor support.
• Provide technical support for system users.
• Develop and maintain documentation; mentor junior administrators.
• Ensure backup, disaster recovery, and DoD STIG compliance.

Education

BS/BA with related experience

Associates degree acceptable

No MS/MA required

MS/MA not required

Tools

VMware ESXi

vCenter Server

VMware networking

STIGs compliance

Backup and DR

DoD clearance eligible

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Virtualization Administrator to maintain and optimize the virtual infrastructure supporting GCC operations. You will administer, develop, test, implement, and maintain the virtual environment and its software, setting standards and troubleshooting complex issues to ensure stability, security, and efficiency.

Responsibilities include designing and deploying VMware ESXi hosts, vCenter, networking, upgrades; monitoring performance; implementing backup and DR; ensuring STIG