> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2298947-vm-senior-systems-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2298947-vm-senior-systems-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # VM Senior Systems Engineer - **Company:** M9 Solutions - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $60,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Linux, Fault Tolerance, Identity and Access Management, Windows Servers, Network Virtualization, OpenShift, Role-Based Access Control, Broadcom, Ansible, Server Virtualization, VCloud, VMware VSphere, Network Switches, Scripting, Workspace ONE, Software Security, Firewalls (Computer Science), Containerization, Tanzu, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Hardware Infrastructure, Cisco, Docker, Server Operating Systems & Platforms, Vmware - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88174683/1 ## About the Role * Work Authorization: US Citizenship is required. * An activePublic Trust levelclearance is required. * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (+5 years) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, or similar relevant degrees. * In-depth knowledge of network switching in Dell Blade systems and Firewall Management for Virtual Infrastructures. * Experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF). * Experience with VMware Aria Operations suite. * Experience architecting fault-tolerant systems with multi-region redundancy and well-defined failover strategies. * Experience with threat modeling, data encryption, and identity management (RBAC/MFA). * Experience with Infrastructure as Code using tools such as Ansible. * In-depth knowledge of VMware Aria Operations Suite version 9. * Experience working with at least 3 of the following technologies: + VMware (by Broadcom) Products (examples: vCenter, vSphere, Other). + Monica (formerly VMware) Products (examples: Workspace One, Horizon VDI, Other. + Microsoft Windows Server Operating Systems and/or Linux-based Server Operating Systems. + Dell and/or HPE Blade/Rack Server Hardware. + Kubernetes Container Infrastructure (examples: Tanzu, OpenShift, Docker, others). * Preferred: Dell and/or Cisco Chassis Network and Storage Switch configuration. ## Description M9 Solutions is seeking aVM Senior Systems Engineerto work onsite in support of a government contract for a client located inWashington,DC.An activePublic Trust clearanceis required., * Review existing operational events and propose refinements, automation, and/or broaden handling capabilities as appropriate, with a focus on service uptime and performance. * Subject Matter Expert (SME) on two or more of the following: Kubernetes, Server Hosting, Virtual Networking, Network and Application Security, Scripting/Programming. * Interact with other stakeholders in the House community for troubleshooting/solution development/etc. This interaction could include other members of Enterprise Operations, Cybersecurity, the networking team, cloud team, technology support partners, etc. * Identify and report on current vulnerability/risk state of House Virtual Server and Container hosting architecture. * Assist in the development and performance of quality control checks for service uptime and operations. * Assist in the development and performance of operational metrics for service uptime and operations. * In-depth knowledge of network switching and firewall management * Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and, when necessary, coordinate working sessions with technical staff and supportive vendors/resellers. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [The Private AI Platform: Why Agentic Apps Need a Private Application Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100162-the-private-ai-platform-why-agentic-apps-need-a-private-application-platform) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Embracing the Hybrid Cloud: Unlocking Success with Ansible](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/932-embracing-the-hybrid-cloud-unlocking-success-with-ansible) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)