Staff Windows & Virtualization Systems Architect

TEKSYSTEMS INC.
Colorado Springs, CO, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
$156,000.0 - $187,200.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory Audit Trail Cyber Security VMware ESX Servers Hyper-V Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP) Windows Servers NetApp Applications Data ONTAP (Server Appliance) Public Key Infrastructure SAP (Applications)
+10 more
Virtualization Technology VMware Horizon View VMware Virtualization Enterprise Software Applications SAPBasis Containerization Kubernetes Vcenter Docker Vmware

Job description

Architect, administer, and maintain virtualization and storage platforms Manage environments across:

VMware (vCenter, ESXi) Windows Server / AD (Active Directory, LDAP, PKI) SAN/NAS storage (NetApp, OnTap, E-Series)

Support VDI environments (VMware Horizon, Hyper-V) Oversee backup & recovery solutions (Cohesity, PPDM) Ensure compliance with RMF, STIG, ICD 503, JSIG, JAFAN Maintain system security, audit logs, and operational integrity across classified networks Troubleshoot complex system and infrastructure issues across multi-user environments

Requirements

Active DoD Secret clearance (must be able to obtain Top Secret/SAP) IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or higher) Experience with:

VMware virtualization platforms (vCenter, ESXi) Windows enterprise environments (AD, domain services) Storage systems (SAN/NAS)

Strong understanding of secure DoD environments and compliance frameworks Ability to work onsite full-time, Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance Experience with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) Background supporting classified networks or SAP environments Experience with NetApp storage solutions Familiarity with VDI, backup tools, and enterprise system engineering

Benefits & conditions

Competitive $75-90/hr contract rate Work in a highly secure, mission-driven environment

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, benefits may include:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for employee and dependents) Short- and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave)

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