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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # VMWARE ADMINISTRATOR - **Company:** General Dynamics Information Technology - **Location:** Fairview Park, OH, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $93,662.0 - $120,750.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Biometrics, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Data Recovery, Software Design Documents, Disaster Recovery, VMware ESX Servers, VMware Servers, Internet Security, Network Configuration and Change Management, Windows PowerShell, Security Content Automation Protocol, Server Administration, Software Engineering, VMware Infrastructure, Virtual Machines, Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Enterprise Software Applications, System Availability, SC Clearance, Virtual Computing, Information Technology, Network Support, Vcenter, Vmware - **Published:** September 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/vmware-administrator-fairview-park-oh--c8e83bcc-9b6e-4972-9f7c-9214e9fcb749 ## About the Role Client Service, IT Documentation, VMware ESX vSphere, VMware Management, VMware Server, 3 + years of related experience, + Bachelor's degree, technical training or certification + 3+ years of relevant experience as a VMware Administrator. * Required Technical Skills: + Hands-on experience building, troubleshooting, and maintaining VMware environments (vSphere, ESXi, vCenter). + Experience and understanding of DoW DISA STIG/SCAP processes and implementation. + PowerShell or equivalent scripting experience for automation and configuration management. * Required Skills and Abilities: + Strong written and verbal communication skills. + Proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues and effectively multi-task in a dynamic environment. + Collaborative mindset with the ability to work closely with cross-functional technical teams. * Certifications: + Must meet DoW IAT Level II IA and baseline certification requirements at start date (e.g., CompTIA Security+ ce or higher). + VMware certification (e.g., VCP) required or the ability to obtain within a specified timeframe, as defined by management or contract requirements. * Security Clearance Level: + Active Secret clearance required at time of interview. + Candidate must maintain an active clearance as a condition of employment., Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Administrative Skills, Application Hosting, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Best Practices, Biometrics, Business Support, Capacity Management, Change Management, Change Requests/Orders, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Contract Requirements, Cross-Functional, Data Recovery, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Defense Intelligence, Design Document, Documentation, Enterprise Applications, Government, Health Plan, High Availability, IT Service Management (ITSM), ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Insurance, Intelligence Community, Internet Security, Multitasking, Network Configuration Management, Network Support, Network Systems, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Productivity Model, Professional Services, Server Clusters, Software Administration, Software Development, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Technical Writing, Testing, United States Citizen, VMWare, VMWare Certifications, VMWare Certified Professional (VCP), VMWare ESX/ESXi, VMWare vCenter, VMWare vSphere, Virtual Machine (VM), Virtualization, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills ## Description As a VMware Administrator supporting a global, mission-critical IT environment, you will be responsible for the stability, security, and performance of a large VMware-based infrastructure. You will apply ITIL-aligned IT Service Management practices to configure, manage, and maintain VMware platforms that host core applications and services across compute, storage, and networking. In this role, you will implement and maintain DISA STIGs for ESXi, virtual machines, and vCenter; perform scheduled and off-hours maintenance to support 24x7 operations; and ensure reliable backup, recovery, and troubleshooting of virtualized systems. Partnering closely with cybersecurity, network, and systems engineering teams, you will build highly available clusters and virtual networks, support enterprise tools such as VMware Site Recovery Manager and the vRealize Suite, and create documentation, templates, and capacity plans that enable the environment to scale, modernize, and continuously improve. HOW A VMWARE ADMINISTRATOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT * Configure, manage, and maintain physical and virtual VMware infrastructure. * Perform scheduled and off-hours maintenance to support 24x7 operations of a large VMware environment in accordance with established procedures and best practices. * Implement and maintain ESXi, VM, and vCenter DISA STIGs and related security hardening. * Install, configure, and integrate servers and services associated with the VMware virtual infrastructure. * Perform backups, restoration, troubleshooting, and problem resolution for virtualized servers and services. * Build and maintain highly available server clusters in a vSphere environment. * Design, build, and configure virtual networks to support enterprise applications and services. * Provide senior-level support for the maintenance, operation, and configuration of VMware Site Recovery Manager and the VMware vRealize Suite. * Design, document, test, and implement new virtual services, devices, and configurations. * Assess and evaluate the current virtual computing infrastructure and provide recommendations for performance, scalability, and security enhancements. * Create and maintain VM templates to support rapid and standardized deployment of virtual machines. * Develop, update, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and technical documentation. * Create, submit, and defend system change requests in accordance with change management processes. * Develop, maintain, and implement a proactive capacity planning model to support business and mission decisions., + Up to 2 days of telework per week may be authorized after approximately 45 days of successful on-site performance, subject to management and government approval. + Position may be adjusted to full-time on-site at any time based on mission or customer direction. ## Related Videos - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [JavaScript? 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