TEKsystems
VMWare VDI Engineer Secret Clearance Required
TEKsystems, Montgomery, Alabama, 36136
Description: A TEKsystems client is looking for a VMware VDI Engineer with an at least an active secret clearance, CompTIA Security, VMware Certified Professional Datacenter Virtualization (VCP-DCV), and 3 years of experience managing virtual and/or storage infrastructure. This position will be on site a Maxwell Air Force Base. Responsibilities: Duties to include technical planning, design, development, integration, assessment, and requirements analysis, as well as future capability needs (near and long-term) to drive the design and maintenance an IT Enterprise. Maintain technical documentation including design documents, standard operating procedures, best practices, checklists, diagrams, inventory, system security plans (SSP), DIDR, and routine deliverables. Provide periodic report of system status to include uptime, incidents and problems, and open issues. Audit, remediate, maintain, and collect related document security artifacts for Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG) and DoD Security Requirements Guide (SRG) checklists applicable for Non-classified or Secret Internet Protocol (IP) Router Network (NIPRNet, SIPRNet) environment systems for OS, virtual machines (VMs), storage, applications, database or web target endpoints utilizing vendor procedures, best practices, or hardening security guidance Evaluate scan report data from ACAS Tenable.SC or Tenable Nessus Scanner, Evaluate-STIG, Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker benchmarks; participate in the review and response phases of the Vulnerability Management Security (VMS) life cycle. Primary support provisional installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of server systems hardware (Dell PowerEdge, HPe ProLiant, etc.), and utilize related infrastructure devices such as KVMs, out-of-band management (OOBM) tools like integrated lights-out (ILO), iLO Amplifier, integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) or Open Managed Enterprise (OME) appliances. Utilize and/or implement technical solutions based on defined mission scope and using approved software tools such as PowerShell, SecureCRT, Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), NotePad, etc. Ensures networks receive periodic updates from AFCYBER-released software patches, updates, and upgrades via Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO), Time Compliance Network Orders (TCNO), Maintenance Tasking Order (MTO) and Notices to Airman (NOTAMs) Assist AF Cyber personnel with Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) programs, directives, cybersecurity tool-sets, and Operation Order (OPORD)/Fragmentary Order (FRAGO) support, RMF/ATO artifacts, plan of actions milestones (POAMs) Support customer requirements in a 24/7/365 IT enterprise operations environment. Troubleshoot technology issues, using various internal and external resources. Document technical problems, resolutions, and processes for assigned tasks and projects. Participate in testing and evaluation of new technologies to ensure compatibility and functionality. Top Skills: 3 years of experience in managing virtual and/or storage infrastructure. Expert knowledge of VMware vSphere data center, vCenter Server Appliance (vCSA), ESXi hypervisor, PhotonOS, vSphere Update Manager (vUM) or Lifecyle Manager (vLM), VM Hardware version, VMTools, VM Remote Console (VMRC), High Availability (HA), and Distributed Resource Scheduler (DRS) Skilled with datastores, OVFTool, RVTools, VM templates, VM snapshots, content library subscriptions, cloning, role-based access controlled (RBAC) groups, privileges, and enterprise tier 2 support for VM system owners. Strong knowledge using Storage Area Networks (SAN), Disk Array Enclosures (DAEs), Fiber Channel fabric OS, Ethernet/KVM switch port technologies, vSphere Standard Switches (vSS) or Distributed Switches (vDS) Experience with server rack mounted hardware (preferably HPE or Dell), software, firmware, drivers, BIOS/UEFI, Trusted Platform Modules (TPM) devices, FIPS 140-2 chipsets, secure boot Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to resolve complex technical issues related to VMware and storage technologies. Strong knowledge of scripting with PowerShell, VMware PowerCLI, Bash. Requirements: Associate or Bachelor's degree in a Business Management or MIS related field. Advanced degree is preferred. Must hold an active Secret clearance (or higher) Requires a DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification: CompTIA Security CE or higher. Requires a DoDM 8140.03 Computing Environment/Operating System (CE/OS) requirement(s): VMware Certified Professional (VCP) Datacenter Virtualization Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI) or the ability to be obtain an (Interim Secret, Interim Top Secret) Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.