Virtualization System Architect
Summary
Design, build, and maintain VMware vCenter/ESXi virtualized environments and VDI solutions for DoD Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training systems in an onsite Chantilly, VA role.
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Virtualization System Architect to join our team in Chantilly, VA. This is an onsite position.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Design and deliver on-premise and hybrid cloud solutions for Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training environments
Integrate and deliver computer, networking, and storage solutions for supporting virtual and physical resources.
Design, build, configure, and maintain VMware vCenter and ESXi virtualized environments.
Create, configure, and manage virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) using VMware/Omnissa Horizon View Server and Unified Access Gateway (UAG).
Support system accreditation efforts by creating, updating, and maintaining Body of Evidence (BOE) documentation and required security controls.
Managing and maintaining system baselines, configuration management items, and vulnerability scanning activities across networks.
Troubleshooting physical and virtual hardware, including BIOS configuration, software patching, and HPE server hardware upgrades.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED with 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in virtualization systems engineering or information systems security.
Experienced with CMMI and Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies.
Experience with IT installation management, with experience in a DoD or DoN context preferred.
Experience navigating system accreditation processes and meeting security requirements in complex environments.
Extensive hands-on experience managing virtualized compute, networking, and storage infrastructure in enterprise settings.
Experience creating, maintaining, and communicating complex technical and security documentation.
Experience in hyper-scale computing environments
Security+ CE or similar certification
VMware VCP certification or equivalent hyperscale cloud certification
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years as lead position over virtualization design and/or cloud design
Experience with coordination and execution of LVC FST standard Fleet training events such as Composite Training Unit Exercises or Task Force Exercise and events, including the execution of BMD exercises.
Knowledge and experience in a Fleet Readiness Certification Board Process, with SPAWAR experience preferred.
Experience with Git, Ansible, and Terraform in hybrid cloud environments
SecurityX or similar IAT Level III certification
Hyper-scale cloud architect level certification (Google, AWS, Azure)
PMP certification
Clearance Requirements:
Candidates must possess an active Top Secret Clearance or higher
Physical Requirements:
Candidates must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
Candidates need to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, and other equipment.
Candidates frequently communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations, and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.