Virtualization Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Virtualization Engineer with Security Clearance
Description scientific research corporation (src) is seeking a vdi / virtualization engineer (mid-level) to modernize, operate, and sustain secure virtual desktop infrastructure (vdi) and virtualization environments supporting u.s. Space command (usspacecom) mission operations. This position supports highly available, multi-enclave virtual desktop and application delivery environments across classified and unclassified networks, enabling a highly mobile and distributed warfighter population. The candidate will design, deploy, and administer scalable virtualization solutions that enable rapid seat activation, centralized resource management, and secure access to mission systems.

This role works closely with network, cybersecurity, systems engineering, and facility teams to ensure virtual environments are resilient, compliant, and operationally effective across multiple facilities and mission sites.
* designing, deploying, administering, and sustaining enterprise virtual desktop infrastructure (vdi) and server virtualization environments using platforms such as nutanix ahv, vmware vsphere, vmware horizon, citrix, or equivalent technologies
* supporting multi-enclave virtual environments (nipr, sipr, ts/sci as applicable), ensuring proper separation, access control, and performance across security boundaries
* administering active directory in support of vdi environments, including group policy objects (gpos), user and computer objects, rbac, authentication integration, and profile management
* integrating vdi solutions with enterprise services including identity and access management (iam), storage systems, backup solutions, endpoint security tools, and monitoring platforms
* managing full lifecycle operations including os image creation, patch management, vulnerability remediation, automated application delivery, and baseline configuration enforcement
* monitoring and optimizing vdi performance by assessing latency, throughput, storage iops, and compute utilization to ensure a consistent and reliable end-user experience
* supporting facility transitions, stand-ups, and relocations, including vdi cutovers, migrations, and capacity planning for new or expanded mission locations
* developing and maintaining technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, sops, operational runbooks, and recovery procedures
* supporting cybersecurity compliance efforts, including rmf control implementation, stig application, vulnerability remediation, and coordination with issms/isos
* participating in system testing, operational readiness activities, and troubleshooting efforts in coordination with engineering and operations teams
* providing on-call or surge support during mission-critical events, exercises, or transition windows as required #li-lh1 requirements
* bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience)
* 4-8 years of hands-on experience supporting vdi
* 4-8 years of experience supporting virtualization platforms
* demonstrated experience with one or more virtualization platforms such as nutanix, vmware, citrix, or hyper-v
* experience administering windows-based virtual environments and associated infrastructure services (win 11, ws 2022, mcm, wsus, pki/mfa, dhcp, sql, ad, m365)
* familiarity with dod cybersecurity requirements, including rmf, stigs, and privileged access controls
* ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multi-disciplinary engineering team that is geographically dispersed
* strong troubleshooting, analytical, and documentation skills
* dod 8140 / 8570 compliance desired skills
* experience supporting classified environments (sipr, ts/sci) and mission systems
* familiarity with automation tools, scripting (powershell, bash), or infrastructure-as-code concepts
* experience supporting vdi at scale for geographically distributed users
* knowledge of zero trust principles and modern identity-based access models
* strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to operational stakeholders
* experience with containerization platforms (kubernetes
* experience supporting ai/ml infrastructure
* history working on green field projects
* history of working on a cocom enterprise system or similar. Clearance information src is a contractor for the u.s. Government, this position will require u.s. Citizenship as well as, a u.s. Government security clearance at the top secret level with top secret / sci eligibility travel requirements
* some travel required (up to 10%) about us scientific research corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged…