Senior VMWare System Administrator

Overview

Darkblade Systems, a CIS Secure company, is a trusted provider of specialized capabilities to priority programs within the defense and intelligence communities, delivering scientific, engineering, technical, operational support and training services. Darkblade strives to be a business that puts people first: clients, colleagues, employees, and teammates. Our cleared personnel are experts in the operationalization and deployment of new and emerging technologies. We're seeking a Senior Level System Administrator with specialized experience with VMWare for a unique, tailored mission.

Responsibilities

• Perform system architect/design duties for both revamping current system design to fit new needs and developing a new and improved design, as we migrate to the Hardware as a Service (HwaaS) platform.
• Provide optimization and automation across multiple platforms and applications
• Drive consistency for deployment and build processes.
• Focus on understanding customers' needs and translating those needs from product specifications into functional, production ready code and infrastructure.
• Be prepared to be a self-driven, self-learner who is willing to share knowledge and participate actively in a team environment.

OPERATING HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:

• This position operates 100% onsite unless otherwise discussed and approved by the Program Manager and customer; work is conducted on a standard eight (8) hour schedule Monday - Friday.

TRAVEL:

• This position requires no travel.

Qualifications

CLEARANCE:

• Active Top Secret / SCI and Full Scope/Lifestyle Polygraph is required upon application for initial consideration. *** This position is not open for any clearance upgrades, reactivation, or sponsorship.***

EDUCATION:

• MA/MS and five (5) years experience, or;
• BA/BS in Computer Engineering or related field and seven (7) years of experience.

CERTIFICATION(S):

• CWIP IAT Level I required

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Deep knowledge and experience with VMware vCenter, Cisco switches, VPNs, VLANs, Server Deployment.
• Experience with enclaves and firewalls (e.g., NSX, Cisco ASA).
• Experience related to network engineering design, system fit-up, and system deployment.
• General Windows and some Linux system administration and sustainment experience, to include patching.
• Knowledge working with Storage Area Network (SAN) and Power Distribution Units.
• Familiarity with customer Security (i.e., STE/STN) requirements.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with migrating from VMWare 7.x to VMWare 8.x and knowledge is strongly desired.

Benefits

WHAT WE OFFER:

At CIS Secure and its associated companies, Intrepid Solutions and Services and Darkblade Systems, we believe in promoting fair and transparent pay practices. We are committed to disclosing the compensation range for transparency and to set clear expectations for all applicants for this posting. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary for the advertised job, promotion, or transfer opportunity. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. The actual salary offered may vary based on various factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, education, geographic location, as well as internal equity, and alignment to market data.

Job Type: Full-time (onsite)

Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Medical insurance
• Health Savings Account option
• Flexible Spending
• Vision insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Ancillary offerings (Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance)
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday pay

CIS Secure is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.