Virtualization / VMware Administrator

Transform technology into opportunity as a Virtualization / VMware Administrator with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you'll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiators. As a Virtualization / VMware Administrator you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Virtualization / VMware Administrator joining our team to support the Command IT Services (CITS) contract for USCENTCOM in Tampa, Florida. This role is critical for maintaining a robust, secure, and highly available VMware-based infrastructure essential for command operations.

HOW A SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR SENIOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• VMware Management: Deploy, configure, and maintain VMware ESXi hosts, vCenter Server, and virtual machines.
• Performance & Optimization: Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize resource utilization.
• Network Virtualization: Implement and manage VMware networking (distributed switches, VLANs, security policies).
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex virtualization issues (performance, connectivity, failures).
• Maintenance & Patching: Perform regular maintenance, updates, and security patching.
• Collaboration & Integration: Work with other IT teams to design integrated infrastructure solutions.
• Documentation: Develop and maintain documentation of virtualization architecture and procedures. Mentor junior admins.
• Disaster Recovery: Contribute to backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• Technology Evaluation: Research and recommend new VMware technologies.
• Compliance & Security: Ensure adherence to security policies and best practices.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Required Experience: 3+ years of related experience
• Required Technical Skills: Active DoD 8140/8570 compliant certification
• Required Skills and Abilities:
  
  • Expertise in VMware vSphere (ESXi, vCenter Server)
  • Solid understanding of virtualization concepts and best practices.
  • Experience with vSAN and vSphere Networking.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in technical documentation.
• Preferred Skills:
  
  • VMware Horizon (VDI) experience.
  • Automation tools (Ansible, PowerCLI) familiarity.
  • USCENTCOM/DoD experience.
• Location: On site in Tampa, FL
• Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI clearance is required.

WHAT GDIT CAN OFFER YOU:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology and the ability to make a real impact on the world around you.

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