Virtualization​/VMware Systems Administrator

Job Description

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able To Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other

Required:

None

Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations

Skills:

System Administration, Virtualization, VMware ESXi

Job Qualifications:

CompTIA Security+ CE | CompTIA - CompTIA

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship

Required:

Yes

Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a Virtualization/VMware Systems Administrator and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.

As a Virtualization/VMware Systems Administrator, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of USCENTCOM. You will play a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing the virtual infrastructure that supports mission‑critical operations.

• Design, deploy, and maintain VMware ESXi hosts, vCenter Server, and virtual machines across multiple sites.
• Monitor and optimize virtual infrastructure performance, resource utilization, and system availability.
• Implement and manage VMware networking components, including distributed switches and VLANs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to VMware technologies, ensuring minimal downtime, to include performance bottlenecks, connectivity problems, and virtual machine management.
• Collaborate with IT teams to design integrated infrastructure solutions aligned with command requirements.
• Mentor junior administrators to enhance team expertise in virtualization technologies.

• Develop and maintain documentation for virtualization architecture, processes, and procedures.
• Implement backup and disaster recovery solutions for virtual machines and infrastructure components.
• Evaluate and recommend new VMware technologies to enhance system performance and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with DoD security policies, regulations, and best practices.
• Support projects to enhance the security, efficiency, or capability of the virtualized environment.
• Collaborate with vendors and third‑party providers for troubleshooting and issue resolution.

• Certification:
  Applicable DoD 8140 or DoD 8570 Certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP).
• Experience:
  
  5+ years of related experience.
• Technical skills:
  • Proficiency in VMware technologies, including ESXi, vCenter Server, vSAN, and vSphere Networking.
  • Strong understanding of virtualization concepts and practices.
  • Excellent documentation, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a high‑stakes environment.
• Desired
  
  Skills:
  • VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP).
  • ITIL 4 Foundation Certification.
  • Experience with VMware Horizon for virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI).
  • Familiarity with automation tools like Ansible or Power
    
    CLI.
  • Experience with USCENTCOM and understanding of its mission and IT environment.
• Security clearance level: TS/SCI clearance required.
• US citizenship required.

• Growth: AI‑powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
• Support:
  An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
• Rewards:
  Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off.
• Community:
  Award‑winning culture of innovation and a military‑friendly workplace.

Likely salary range for this position: $108,800 – $147,200. Salary will be set based on experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements and may fall outside of this range.

Work Location:

USA FL Mac Dill AFB

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Regular work week: 40 hours.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans