VMware Systems Administrator

Company Description Link Solutions, Inc. delivers reliable and effective Information Technology services to government clients in support of critical mission needs. Delivering a broad range of Infrastructure Operations, Application Development, Cybersecurity, Virtualization, Cloud and Mobility services. If you're looking for a technology company that values innovation, with a vision toward the future of the technology landscape, look no further than Link Solutions Link is quality and compliance-focused, under our guiding philosophy "Mission First, Customer Always". We are ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000-1:2018, ISO 27001:2013 certified and appraised for CMMI ML3 for Services and Development. Job Description Link Solutions Inc. is seeking a VMware Systems Administrator (Intermediate-Level) to join our team on Fort Huachuca located in Sierra Vista, Arizona. Must be a US Citizen Active DoD Security Clearance Non-remote (relocation incentive available) Swing-Shift (shift info below) As the VMware Systems Administrator ,you will provide technical support and system administration support on the Fort Huachuca military installation. You will be a part of a diverse team supporting a globally distributed information system, responsible for managing the functionality and efficiency of a group of computers running on one or more secure operating systems. Become an integral part of a professionally diverse team while working at an industry-leading organization. This is a great opportunity that will allow you to work on innovative projects that offer advancement and growth while helping protect our national security. Job Responsibilities: Monitor and troubleshoot system performance within the VMware environment. Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support to hosted tenants. Design, plan, implement, and administer enterprise blade server and storage technologies in support of underlying virtualization infrastructure. Provide guidance and work leadership to less-experienced staff members. Install, configure, and integrate servers associated with a VMware virtual infrastructure. Perform backups, troubleshooting, and problem resolution for servers associated with a VMware virtual infrastructure. Build highly available server clusters in a vSphere environment. Build and configure virtual networks. Assist with the coordination and implementation of hardware maintenance, upgrades, repairs, or replacements supporting the virtualization infrastructure Provide advice and training to end-users. Administer enterprise VMware-based virtualization infrastructures covering vCenter ESXi environments version 6.0 and later. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Shift/Hours Information: Swing-Shift Sunday - Wednesday Hours: 2:00 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Qualifications US Citizen Active DoD Security Clearance IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CompTIA Security CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, etc.). One (1) year of relevant experience or AA degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field with a comprehensive understanding of computer science concepts. Experience with Cisco FlexPod, VMWare (or equivalent virtualization technologies), or Network Attached Storage systems. Current Computing Environment (CE) certification (required within 90 days of performance start date). Preferred: IAT Level III Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CASP, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, etc.). Knowledgeable in creating a PPS (Ports, protocols, & services) request. Experience with network installations and upgrades. Experience providing quality service and support for mission-critical systems and VIP end users. Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills. Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks. Additional Information Link Solutions Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to include paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, company-paid long and short-term disability, life insurance, referral bonuses, relocation incentive program, certification reimbursement program, retirement, and more. Link Solutions, Inc. is an EOE. AA/M/F/D/V. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.