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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Infrastructure SME - **Company:** SHR CONSULTING GROUP, LLC - **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Virtualization, Systems Engineering, Microsoft App-V, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Disaster Recovery, VMware ESX Servers, Failover, Storage Area Network (SAN), Javaserver Pages, Citrix Systems, NIPRNet, VMware ThinApp, Virtual Hosting, VMware Infrastructure, Virtual Machines, Virtualization Technology, VMware Virtualization, System Availability, Information Technology, Data Management, Hardware Infrastructure, Nutanix, Vmware - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=97b8b7a8d31868df ## About the Role Do you have experience in VMware?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Telecommunications, Management Information Systems, or a related field; or five (5) recent years of documented experience relevant to this position * Minimum of 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise virtual infrastructure environments * Demonstrated experience managing VMware technologies in large-scale enterprise environments * Experience with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) server hardware virtualization technologies * Knowledge and experience managing Nutanix AOS environments * Experience in maintaining applications and systems in clustered and highly available environments * Knowledge of Microsoft App-V, VMware ThinApp, Citrix, and other application virtualization technologies * VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification required or ability to obtain within contract-specified timeframe * Proven technical expertise in the architecture, deployment, and sustainment of EMC VMware ESX virtual hosts, virtual machines, and SAN volume management * Strong understanding of enterprise virtualization, storage integration, and infrastructure management best practices * Experience supporting enterprise backup, recovery, failover, and disaster recovery operations * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills in complex enterprise environments * Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with Government leadership and technical teams * Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-critical, and high-security operational environment * Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance preferred or ability to obtain one, depending on contract requirements * U.S. Citizenship * Must meet DoD 8570.01-M / DoD 8140 IAT Level II baseline certification requirements prior to start (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, or equivalent). Computing Environment certification appropriate to the role is also required. Work Environment: * 100% onsite at a government facility within the National Capital Region (NCR), primarily at the Pentagon, Crystal Gateway, Taylor Building, Mark Center, or other JSP-designated alternate site. Must be local to the DC Metro Area with reliable transportation. * Must comply with all DoD, DISA, and JSP security and access protocols, including the ability to access NIPRNet and SIPRNet environments. ## Description * Manage and support enterprise virtual infrastructure environments supporting mission-critical operations * Design, implement, configure, and maintain VMware virtualization platforms, ESX hosts, virtual machines, and supporting infrastructure * Support enterprise server virtualization and infrastructure modernization initiatives * Administer and maintain clustered application and system environments to ensure high availability and operational continuity * Manage and optimize enterprise storage integrations, including Storage Area Network (SAN) volume management and virtual storage configurations * Support Nutanix AOS administration and virtual infrastructure operations * Monitor infrastructure performance, utilization, and capacity to ensure optimal system performance and scalability * Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure, virtualization, storage, and system performance issues * Coordinate with systems engineers, network engineers, cybersecurity teams, and Government stakeholders to support enterprise infrastructure requirements * Implement and maintain infrastructure solutions compliant with Federal and DoD guidance, policies, and cybersecurity standards * Support disaster recovery, failover testing, continuity of operations, and infrastructure resiliency activities * Manage and support application virtualization technologies, including Microsoft App-V, VMware ThinApp, Citrix, and related platforms * Develop and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, standard operating procedures, and configuration baselines * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior administrators and technical support personnel * Evaluate and recommend infrastructure hardware and software improvements to enhance performance, reliability, and scalability ## 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) - [Generating code with Angular schematics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/129-generating-code-with-angular-schematics) - [SRE Methods In an Agency Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/348-sre-methods-in-an-agency-environment) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023)