Senior Virtualization Engineer - Travel - Secret or Top Secret clearance
PGTEK Open At a glance
Senior role at PGTEK. Remote, United States · full-time · $160,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build and maintain VMware Cloud Foundation environments, including their deployment and configuration
- Upgrade and tune vSphere, ESXi, vSAN and NSX systems
- Diagnose complex system problems and help resolve them
- Apply DoD and government security and compliance standards to systems
- Coordinate with clients and internal teams, documenting VMware setups and operating practices
What you bring
- You hold an active Secret clearance or higher
- You have extensive hands-on experience with vSphere, ESXi, vSAN and NSX
- You can deploy, upgrade and maintain VMware Cloud Foundation environments
Who this fits
This role suits a senior virtualization engineer comfortable delivering deployments at client sites. It requires full-time travel, and you can live anywhere in the United States if you are near a major airport.
From the employer
VMware VCF Deployment Specialist (Full-Time Traveler)
Location: Travel Required (Nationwide/Global)
Clearance Requirement: Minimum Secret Clearance (We can also hold a TS and/or TS/SCI)
Salary: 130-160K (depending on experience)
We are seeking highly skilled VMware VCF Deployment Specialists to join our team. This role requires full-time travel and an active Secret clearance (or higher). The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in deploying, upgrading, and maintaining VMware vSphere, ESXi, vSAN, and NSX environments, with a strong preference for expertise in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) management. You can live anywhere USA but must be within proximity to a major airport.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deploy, configure, and maintain VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) environments.
- Upgrade and optimize vSphere, ESXi, vSAN, and NSX infrastructures.
- Provide technical expertise for troubleshooting and resolving complex system issues.
- Ensure system security and compliance in accordance with DoD and government standards.
- Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver seamless deployment solutions.
- Maintain documentation and best practices for VMware environments.
Requirements
- Active Secret Clearance (minimum)
- Extensive experience in VMware vSphere, ESXi, vSAN, and NSX
- Proven ability to deploy, upgrade, and maintain VCF environments
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to travel full-time to various client sites
Preferred Qualifications:
- VMware certifications (VCP, VCAP, or equivalent).
- Experience working in DoD or government environments.
- Familiarity with automation tools and scripting for VMware deployments.
About PGTEK:
PGTEK is a true consulting organization dedicated to helping clients achieve their business and technology objectives utilizing our decades of experience and business relationships. PGTEK invests in the educational advancements of our staff by providing the necessary resources to complete Professional and Business Certifications. Our company is our people, and we treat them like family. EOE, including disability/veterans.
Benefits
Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time salaried employees is effective immediately upon the start date. Benefits include comprehensive PPO medical coverage with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) option, a vision plan, and dental insurance with the base dental plan option paid for by PGTEK. A TRICARE Supplemental Medical Insurance plan is also available. Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term disability, and Critical Illness insurance have premiums covered. Additionally, PGTEK offers a matching 401(k) plan and a discount on pet insurance through ASPCA Pet Insurance. An Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost to all employees. We offer a generous amount of PTO and Holidays, and an Education Assistance Program is available after 12 months of employment.
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