VMware (ESXi) Engineer

D2 Technical Services

$145K — $155K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in systems engineering with specific experience in VMware technologies.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance required.
  • Hands-on experience with VMware ESXi versions 6.7 to 8.0.
  • Solid understanding of Microsoft Windows Server and Unix/Linux systems.
  • Good knowledge of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP and Active Directory.

Responsibilities

  • Design system architecture for VMware environments.
  • Install and configure key VMware components such as vSphere and NSX/NSX-T.
  • Handle systems engineering tasks like troubleshooting and monitoring.
  • Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for virtual environments.
  • Support operational readiness and Certification & Accreditation processes.
  • Respond to technical support requests and provide Tier II/III troubleshooting.
  • Lead or mentor junior engineers and serve as the technical lead for projects.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) matching plan.
  • Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO).
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Life insurance and referral bonuses.
  • Professional development reimbursement.
Full Job Description
**ACTIVE TS/SCI SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED**
What You'll Be Doing

As a VMware Engineer, you'll be responsible for architecting, configuring, and sustaining cutting-edge virtual environments in support of highly secure operations. Your role will blend deep technical knowledge, creative problem-solving, and a hands-on approach to maintaining performance, stability, and security across our ESXi infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and define system architecture for new and existing VMware environments
  • Install, configure, and manage key VMware components:
    • vSphere
    • ESXi 6.7/7.0/8.0
    • VMware Aria Automation (vRA)
    • VMware Aria Operations (vROps)
    • NSX/NSX-T
  • Perform systems engineering tasks including troubleshooting, patching, monitoring, and hardware support
  • Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for virtual environments
  • Support operational readiness, including Certification & Accreditation (C&A) processes
  • Respond to technical support requests and provide Tier II/III troubleshooting for both Windows and Linux systems
  • Participate in off-hours maintenance and on-call support as needed
  • Serve as a liaison between engineering teams and customers, helping to translate requirements into reliable solutions
  • Lead or mentor less experienced engineers, and serve as technical lead for tasks or projects
What You Bring to the Team

Required:
  • 5+ years of systems engineering experience, focused on VMware technologies
  • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)
  • Active TS/SCI clearance
  • Hands-on expertise with:
    • VMware ESXi 6.7/7.0/8.0
    • VMware Aria Operations and Automation (8.x)
    • VMware NSX/NSX-T
    • Microsoft Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
    • Windows 10/11 and Unix/Linux systems
  • Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, LAN, Active Directory, GPO
  • Ability to support and troubleshoot both Windows and Linux virtual environments
  • Experience working within highly secure, classified environments
  • Ability to author and maintain clear, technical documentation

Preferred Certifications & Skills:
  • VMware and/or Cisco UCS certifications (preferred, not required)
  • Cloud experience (AWS, Azure)
  • Familiarity with Cisco UCS Cloud Platform
  • Experience creating workflows and blueprints in VMware Aria Automation
  • Familiarity with ServiceNow
  • Technical writing and clear communication skills
  • Prior experience supporting Intelligence or DoD customers

If you're ready to bring your VMware expertise to a team where your impact is real, we want to hear from you.

Additional Information
  • All your information will be kept confidential according to appropriate guidelines.
  • Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $145k-155k. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
  • Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Accrued PTO, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and more!

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