VMware Infrastructure Engineer
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Job description
DMI, LLC is seeking a VMware Infrastructure Engineer who will be responsible for implementing and maintaining a highly available, secure, and resilient enterprise virtualization environment supporting our state client. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring operational stability across VMware-based infrastructure platforms, supporting production systems that require strict uptime, security, and disaster recovery standards. Duties and Responsibilities:
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Enterprise Virtualization Management
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Administer and manage large-scale VMware environments, including VMware vSphere and VMware vCenter Server
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Design, configure, and maintain ESXi hosts, clusters, and resource pools
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Optimize virtual infrastructure performance, capacity, and scalability
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High Availability & Disaster Recovery
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Implement high-availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions aligned to RPO/RTO requirements
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Configure and manage disaster recovery technologies (replication, failover, failback)
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Execute DR testing, failover scenarios, and recovery validation
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Ensure business continuity across critical applications and infrastructure platforms
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Storage Integration & Optimization
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Integrate VMware platforms with enterprise storage (SAN/NAS, vSAN)
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Manage storage provisioning, replication strategies, and performance tuning
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Collaborate with storage teams supporting NetApp, Infinidat, or similar platforms
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Core Infrastructure Services
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Support dependencies including:
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DNS, DHCP, IPAM
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TCP/IP networking and segmentation strategies
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Ensure alignment of virtual infrastructure with enterprise network architecture
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Security & Compliance
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Implement security hardening across:
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Hypervisors (ESXi)
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Management planes (vCenter, admin tools)
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East-west traffic controls within virtual environments
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Support vulnerability remediation and compliance requirements (e.g., SOC-driven scans)
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Maintain adherence to state and enterprise security policies
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Operational Support & Troubleshooting
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Provide Tier 3 support for production-impacting incidents
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Perform root cause analysis and implement long-term corrective actions
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Participate in on-call rotations and after-hours support for critical outages
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Maintain operational documentation and standard operating procedures
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Change Management & Governance
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Execute infrastructure changes in accordance with enterprise change management processes
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Document design decisions, configurations, and implementation steps
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Participate in CAB reviews and ensure minimal risk to production systems
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Support audit requests and regulatory compliance requirements
Requirements
Education and Years of Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 7+ years of experience in enterprise infrastructure engineering
- 5+ years of hands-on VMware experience (vSphere, vCenter, ESXi) in large-scale environments
Required Skills & Certifications:
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Deep expertise in:
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VMware vSphere, vCenter, and ESXi administration
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HA/DR architectures (SRM, replication, backup platforms)
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Enterprise storage systems (SAN/NAS, vSAN, replication technologies)
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Strong working knowledge of:
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DNS, DHCP, IPAM
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TCP/IP networking, VLANs, and segmentation
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Windows Server and Linux operating systems
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Experience with:
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Backup and recovery tools (e.g., vRanger, Azure Backup or similar)
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Monitoring and performance tuning tools
Preferred Requirements:
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VMware certifications (VCP, VCAP, or equivalent)
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Experience supporting state/local government or regulated environments
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Familiarity with:
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NetApp or enterprise storage platforms
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Cloud integration (AWS, Azure hybrid environments)
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ITIL or comparable operational framework certification
Benefits & conditions
Background Requirements: Must be able to complete a required fingerprint background investigation. Citizenship Status Required: H 1B Physical Requirements: None required for this position. Location: Remote, US;with required onsite client work in Maryland (Tue/Thu). Working at DMI DMI is a diverse, prosperous, and rewarding place to work. Our culture is shaped by five core values that guide how we work, grow, and succeed together:
- Do What's Right - We lead with honesty and integrity.
- Own the Outcome - We take responsibility and deliver.
- Deliver for Our Customers - We are relentless about delivering value.
- Think Bold, Act Smart - We innovate with purpose.
- Win Together - We collaborate and celebrate our success.
These values aren't just ideals-they show up in how we support every part of your well-being:
- Convenience/Concierge - Virtual health visits, commuter perks, pet insurance, and entertainment discounts that make life easier.
- Development - Annual performance reviews, tuition assistance, and internal career growth opportunities to help you thrive.
- Financial - Generous 401(k) matches, life and disability insurance, and financial wellness tools to support your future.
- Recognition - Annual awards, service anniversaries, referral bonuses, and peer-to-peer shoutouts that spotlight your achievements.
- Wellness - Healthcare coverage, wellness programs, flu shots, and biometric screenings to support your health.
DMI values employees for their talents and contributions, and we take pride in helping our customers achieve their goals. Because when we live our values, we all win together. No Agencies Please Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US citizenship may be required for some positions.