Sr Infrastructure Engineer
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Job description
- Lead end-to-end build and lifecycle management of VMware ESXi/VCF stack environments, including vCenter, vSAN, and vSphere clusters
- Architect and integrate NSX-T/NSX-V network virtualization solutions, including micro-segmentation, distributed firewalling, and overlay networking
- Design rack topology and physical infrastructure layouts to support high-availability, mission-critical workloads in data center and tactical environments
- Develop, enforce, and maintain STIG-compliant host profiles across virtualization layers in accordance with DISA requirements
- Collaborate with cybersecurity and compliance teams to support ATO processes, RMF documentation, and continuous monitoring requirements
- Serve as a technical lead and subject matter expert, mentoring junior engineers and providing guidance on architecture decisions
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend infrastructure improvements aligned with program roadmaps and customer requirements
- Produce and maintain technical documentation including architecture diagrams, SOPs, and configuration baselines
Requirements
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7-10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise infrastructure engineering, with significant depth in VMware virtualization environments
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Demonstrated expertise with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), ESXi, vCenter, vSAN, and NSX
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Strong working knowledge of DISA STIGs and host profile enforcement across virtualized infrastructure
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Experience designing physical rack topologies and data center infrastructure for enterprise or government programs
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Familiarity with RMF, NIST 800-53, and the ATO process in a DoD or IC environment
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Active Top Secret security clearance required; TS/SCI eligibility strongly preferred
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VMware certifications (VCP, VCAP, or VCDX) a plus
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Experience with automation and infrastructure-as-code tools (Ansible, Terraform, PowerCLI) preferred Preferred Qualifications
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Prior experience supporting classified programs in a DoD, IC, or cleared defense contractor environment
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Familiarity with tactical or deployed infrastructure environments
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience considered
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DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II or III certification (Security+, CASP+, CISSP, or equivalent)