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# Staff Windows & Virtualization Systems Architect

- **Company:** TEKSYSTEMS INC.
- **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States
- **Salary:** $156,000.0 - $187,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 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), Virtualization Technology, VMware Horizon View, VMware Virtualization, Enterprise Software Applications, SAPBasis, Containerization, Kubernetes, Vcenter, Docker, Vmware
- **Published:** June 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8970147/staff-windows-virtualization-systems-architect

## About the Role

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

## 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


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