Virtualization Enterprise Systems Engineer

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Position: Virtualization Enterprise Systems Engineer

Leidos National Security Sector is seeking a Virtualization Enterprise Systems Engineer to support the deployment and sustainment of a VMware virtualized system on a VxRail cluster. This role is part of the SMDC RTS Modernization contract for the Space and Missile Defense Command in Huntsville, AL, supporting a global mission focused on Space and Missile Overwatch. You will implement, support, and maintain VMware ESX infrastructure in a data center environment. This role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, mission-critical setting. You'll handle infrastructure integration, security compliance, and operations management to ensure high availability and performance.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Install and configure VMware vSphere and vSAN on VxRail

• Perform initial VxRail cluster setup (network, storage, compute resources)

• Configure vCenter Server Appliance (vCSA) for cluster management

• Deploy and manage VM templates, cloning, and snapshots

• Monitor cluster health using VxRail Manager, vCenter, and vSAN Health Check

• Apply updates using VxRail Lifecycle Manager (VxRail LCM)

• Manage ESXi hosts, vMotion, HA, and DRS settings

• Plan datastore and storage capacity, including vSAN and external storage integration

• Conduct backup and disaster recovery planning (Veeam, Dell Data Protection, VMware SRM)

• Diagnose hardware and software failures (Dell SRS, iDRAC, vROps)

• Resolve VM performance issues (CPU, memory, storage bottlenecks)

• Analyze and resolve networking issues (vSS, vDS configurations)

• Apply DISA STIGs and DoD SRGs for security hardening

• Implement role-based access control (RBAC) and secure authentication methods (Active Directory integration, MFA)

• Conduct vulnerability scans and remediation (Tenable Nessus, ACAS, SCAP Compliance Checker)

• Ensure compliance with RMF/ATO documentation and security requirements

• Automate administrative tasks using PowerCLI, PowerShell, or Ansible

• Develop scripts for log analysis, performance tuning, and patch management

• Provide Level 3/4 support for operational issues

• Maintain technical documentation, including SOPs, architecture diagrams, and system inventories

• Train junior engineers and operational staff on VMware best practices

• Collaborate with Dell Support for complex issue resolution

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Management Information Systems, or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience (additional IT experience, training, and/or certifications may substitute degree requirement)

• US Citizen with an active DoD Secret security clearance

• DoD-8570 IAT II certification (e.g., CompTIA Sec+ or higher)

• VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or Advanced Professional Certification, or MS Azure Suite certification

• Expertise in VMware vSphere, vCenter, ESXi, vSphere Update Manager, vSphere Lifecycle Manager, HA, and DRS

• Strong knowledge of SANs, Fibre Channel fabric, vSphere Standard/Distributed Switches

• Proficiency in PowerShell, PowerCLI, and Bash scripting

• Experience with enterprise monitoring tools (Splunk, SolarWinds Orion, Trellix/McAfee ESS)

• Familiarity with server rack hardware, firmware, and secure boot technologies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

• Ability to travel up to 25% as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in government contracting or defense environment

• Additional VMware or cloud certifications (e.g., VCAP, AWS, Azure)

• Familiarity with security compliance frameworks and RMF processes

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Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.