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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Computer Systems Engineer/Architect - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $86,000.0 - $138,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Domain Controllers, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Data Stores, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), VMware ESX Servers, Information Technology Audit, Storage Area Network (SAN), Linux Support, Microsoft Office, System Center Configuration Manager, Windows Servers, NetApp Applications, Network Administration, Network Protocols, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Airwatch, System Testing, Virtual Machines, VMware VSphere, Workspace ONE, Virtual Environment, Storage Technologies, Information Technology, Vcenter, Performance Monitor, Patch Management, Data Management, Vmware - **Published:** July 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17674775?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17674775%2FSenior-Computer-Systems-Engineer-Architect-Virginia-Herndon ## About the Role Thorough knowledge of and in-depth experience with performance monitoring, troubleshooting, system testing, OS upgrade, backup, recovery and software patch installation and testing in a VMware, Linux, and Windows environment. * Experience with standard server networking protocols, storage and data management. * In-depth experience with medium to large-scale enterprise VMware and Windows environments. * Experience with providing technical support in a hybrid, cloud-only or virtual environment. * Experience working with and writing PowerShell scripting. * Excellent communication & collaborative skills., * Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience, or 9 years of experience with a high school diploma. * Experience with and knowledge of: VMware technologies, including: + AirWatch (Workspace ONE) + Horizon + PIV-D + Site Recovery Manager (SRM) + vCloud Suite + vRealize + vCenter + vSphere * Must have experience with: + Microsoft Active Directory + Microsoft Group Policy + Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) + Microsoft Office 365 + Microsoft Azure + Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) * Experience with system design, architecture, and solution development. * Strong understanding of VMware ESXi, vCenter, networking, and storage infrastructure. * Working knowledge of NetApp Storage Area Networks (SAN) and related storage technologies. * Ability to provide operations and maintenance support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Microsoft Windows Server in a classified enterprise environment. * Must be a U.S. Citizen. * Must be able to obtain and maintain the required government security clearance. Desired Qualifications * Hands-on experience with: + VMware vRealize + VMware vCenter + VMware vCenter Server Appliance (VCSA) + Datastore and network management * Experience using Red Hat Satellite for system management, backup, and restore. * Knowledge of the DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) process and compliance. * Experience with patch management tools * Experience administering: + Active Directory + Group Policy Objects (GPO) + DNS + DHCP + Domain Controllers ## Description Peraton is seeking a Senior Computer Systems Engineer/Architect to provide virtual machine and Linux support in an enterprise-level environment, supporting the Information Technology Services Desk and Engineering Support program for a Contract at U. S. Department of Health and Human Services., Performs day-to-day activities related to the support, research, analysis, and implementation of VMware, Linux, Windows systems, storage and infrastructure. Considerable knowledge, experience, and understanding of working in a VMware, Linux and Windows environment is required., * Collaborate and notify Government representative of issues involving performance of the operating environment. * Perform daily health checks, review, and respond to events reflected in various management tools, perform server patch management. * Conduct system audit reviews and perform maintenance functions as required to ensure system health and optimization. * Work with the Government to identify virtual servers no longer needed or to be decommissioned. * Deliver recommendations on best practices, including recommendations on moving the current storage and virtualization infrastructure from a hybrid environment to cloud-only. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Generating code with Angular schematics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/129-generating-code-with-angular-schematics) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Checkmate: 5 Real Incidents That Can End a Software Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100126-checkmate-5-real-incidents-that-can-end-a-software-company) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)