Virtualization Engineer

Acuity
Fort Meade, MD, United States
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Compensation
$73,450.0 - $132,775.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Backup Devices Cyber Security Data Centers Disaster Recovery VMware ESX Servers Performance Tuning PowerCLI Windows PowerShell Red Hat Enterprise Linux Ansible
+14 more
VCloud VMware Infrastructure Virtualization Technology VMware Virtualization VMware VSphere Private Cloud Environment System Availability HybridCloud Information Technology Vcenter Data Management Cloud Integration Terraform Vmware

Job description

Acuity is hiring for a Virtualization Architect that will provide technical leadership for enterprise virtualization platforms supporting Department of State hosted infrastructure and cloud modernization initiatives. This position is responsible for designing, implementing, optimizing, and securing virtual infrastructure across multiple data centers and cloud environments while ensuring high availability, scalability, and operational excellence. Looking to make a difference, to help keep people safe, or even to save lives through your work with technology? Join Acuity’s team of experts to have an impact on our government’s critical missions. Acuity, Inc. is a consulting firm that supports federal agencies in the areas of IT Modernization, Data Enablement, and Hyperautomation. Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain enterprise virtualization environments using VMware vSphere, vCenter, ESXi, NSX, and related technologies.
  • Architect hybrid cloud solutions supporting Azure Government, AWS GovCloud, and private cloud environments.
  • Lead infrastructure modernization and migration projects.
  • Optimize compute, storage, networking, and virtualization resources.
  • Develop automation using PowerCLI, PowerShell, Terraform, Ansible, or similar tools.
  • Implement disaster recovery, replication, backup, and business continuity solutions.
  • Collaborate with network, storage, cybersecurity, and application teams to deliver integrated infrastructure services.
  • Ensure compliance with Department of State security policies, RMF, STIGs, and federal cybersecurity requirements.
  • Produce architecture documentation, engineering designs, implementation plans, and operational procedures.
  • Support capacity planning, performance tuning, and lifecycle management.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • 8+ years of virtualization engineering experience.
  • Advanced knowledge of VMware virtualization technologies.
  • Experience with enterprise storage, SAN technologies, backup solutions, and cloud integration.
  • Experience supporting large-scale federal or government enterprise environments.
  • Security+ CE or higher certification.

Preferred Certifications

  • VMware VCAP or VCDX
  • Microsoft Azure Administrator or Solutions Architect
  • AWS Solutions Architect
  • Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
  • VMware Cloud Foundation certifications

Clearance Requirement

  • Active security clearance (Secret or Top Secret)

Benefits & conditions

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong focus on work-life balance so you can perform at your best-at work and at home. Join an Award-Winning Team Our employees consistently rank us among the best-earning honors like Best Places to Work (Washington Business Journal, 9+ years) and Top Workplaces (The Washington Post, 2022-2025). Bring Your Whole Self to Work We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. Make Your Impact Join Acuity and be part of a team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work drives meaningful outcomes. Learn more: Acuity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Recruiting Scams and Fraud Acuity Inc. has been made aware of fraudulent job postings and individuals impersonating company recruiters. These scams may include fake job offers, requests for sensitive personal information, or demands for payment. Please note:

  • Acuity never asks candidates to pay for job applications, equipment, or training.

About the company

Looking to make a difference, to help keep people safe, or even to save lives through your work with technology? Join Acuity’s team of experts to have an impact on our government’s critical missions. Acuity, Inc. is a consulting firm that supports federal agencies in the areas of IT Modernization, Data Enablement, and Hyperautomation., At Acuity, your work matters-and so does your experience. We’re a management and technology consulting firm supporting critical federal missions, where you’ll have the opportunity to solve meaningful challenges, work alongside high-performing teams, and make a real impact from day one. Why You’ll Love Working Here: Grow Your Career, Your Way We invest in you with personalized development plans, mentorship, and up to $3,000 annually for training and certifications and up to $3,000 for degree seeking programs-so you can keep building the career you want. Be Part of Something Innovative You’ll work on cutting-edge solutions that support important government missions, in an environment that encourages new ideas and continuous improvement. Thrive in a People-First Culture Collaboration, respect, and support aren’t just values-they’re how we operate. Your voice is heard, your contributions are recognized, and your success is shared.

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