Systems Engineer (VMware)

Candidate shall have a broad engineering background to support US Marshals hosted infrastructure supporting agents in the field. Infrastructure includes Compute, Storage, Virtualization, Networking and Applications.

Job Responsibilities:

• VMware and Virtualization
• VMS Support/Patching
• Tracking Network
• vCenter Server Upgrade, management and updates
• 12 ESXi Hypervisor management, updates and upgrades
• VM deployment and support as needed
• SolarWinds maintenance and upgrades
• LMR Network: Upgrade, Update and Maintain Dell Virtual Infrastructure Platform
• Dell EMC Unity 350 Storage x2
• Will be responsible for internal systems, COTS applications, database, Virtual Environment, Multifactor Authentication using RSA SecurID, Duo, Splunk, Log Analytics, SolarWinds Products, Storage Arrays, and VMS
• Must have skills to install, configure, and maintain Virtualization Networking
• Candidate must be proficient with the configuration, software/firmware upgrade, and troubleshooting processes of the following platforms
• PowerShell Scripting
• Windows Servers 2012-2019
• Microsoft SQL Database 2016 – 2019
• Microsoft Active Directory
• DNS
• DHCP
• Group Policy
• Exchange Server 2016-2019
• Install, configure and manage VMware vSphere & VDI Environment
• Configure VMware Distributed Resource Scheduling, High Availability and Fault Tolerance
• Install, configure and manage VMware ESXi hosts, App-V
• Develop and maintain O&S Standard Operating Procedures for VMware vSphere Environment
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots problems with PCs, software, communications devices
• Maintains network security and ensures compliance with security policies and procedures
• Evaluates hardware and software, including peripheral, output, and related equipment.
• Develops and implements testing strategies and document results
• Troubleshoots and resolves complex problems
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant hardware and software applications as assigned
• Participates in special projects as required

Desired Qualifications:

A candidate with experience in the configuration, software/firmware upgrade, and troubleshooting processes for the following additional attributes is highly desirable but not required

• VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV)
• Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate
• Tintri/Nimble/Dell Storage Array
• Cisco NexGen Firewall (FTD), VPN, IDS/IPS, UCS, ISE, FirePower
• SolarWinds
• RSA SecurID
• Duo MFA
• KEMP Load Master and Azure Load Balancer
• PaloAlto Firewall
• Experience creating and providing user guidance, documentation, and consultation
• Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and presentational skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• A minimum of 10 year’s consulting experience with daily client interaction and proven ability to gather and assess business requirements, develop and present solution alternatives, produce design and migration strategy documents, provide guidance and knowledge transfer to client staff, and test / implement an approved design
• Active DoD Top Secret level security clearance

Facility Requirements:

• Must be able to lift items up to 50 pounds
• Travel is maybe required 0 to 15 days per year
• Telework is authorized 3+ days per week

Years of Experience: 10+ years

Education Required: High School, Bachelor’s preferred

Certifications Required: n/a

About NextGen

NextGen Federal Systems is an innovative technology and professional services provider specializing in advanced software solutions and comprehensive mission and business support services. We work in close collaboration with our customers to truly understand their business and mission goals. Our approach is to design, build, implement, and manage solutions that measurably improve our client’s organizational performance. We have established and foster a corporate culture where we:

• Treat employees with fairness and respect regardless of their position, sexual identity, race, or tenure.
• Communicate the importance of our mission and our employees’ contributions to it, ensuring they understand how their job role contributes to the greater good.
• Openly promote and communicate our ideas for change and adaptability.
• Strive to achieve results as an organization.
• Hold employees accountable to their commitments and provide incentives that encourage positive and productive behaviors.
• Value the talents and contributions of our employees as the key factor for our success.
• Create an environment where people can engage at all levels.
• Encourage people to take risks and allow them to make mistakes.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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