Systems Engineer II (VMware)

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 1299

Job Title: Systems Engineer II (VMware)

Location: Pocatello, ID, Clarksburg, WV, Huntsville, AL

Clearance Level: TS/SCI and ability to pass and maintain a CI Polygraph

SUMMARY

The Contractor will be responsible for the design, deployment, testing, certification, patching, and maintenance of VMware infrastructure components. This includes but not limited to Cloud Foundation, ESXi, vSphere, NSX, Aria Suite, and Site Recovery Manager, supporting the FBI’s on-premises cloud and virtualized environments.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Infrastructure Design & Implementation

· Design, implement, and support on-premises cloud infrastructure and software-defined data centers (SDDC) for both bare-metal and virtual machines.

· Configure SAN, network, and local storage using OEM and third-party tools, including virtual storage services.

· Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for all VMware environments.

· Automation & Optimization

· Automate provisioning and configuration of server and storage resources using Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) tools.

· Write and maintain custom scripts to improve system efficiency and reduce manual intervention.

· System Monitoring & Maintenance

· Monitor and resolve storage issues, performance bottlenecks, and hardware failures.

· Install, configure, and maintain system management tools and server plugins.

· Ensure high availability of systems and infrastructure through proactive monitoring, testing, and redundancy strategies.

· Security & Compliance

· Evaluate and enhance information security across the virtual infrastructure.

· Maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.

· Integrate systems with Windows and Linux environments, including multi-factor authentication using FBI-standard tools.

· Documentation & Support

· Maintain up-to-date technical documentation, including system configurations, inventory, patch levels, and access controls.

· Provide 3rd-level support and collaborate with vendors and IT personnel for issue resolution.

· Deliver real-time reporting on resource utilization and system performance metrics.

· Train and assist government staff in using technologies, following industry best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

· VMware Data Center Virtualization (DCV) certification within the last 5 years.

· Advanced VMware certifications preferred (e.g., VCP-VCF Administrator/Architect, VCP-VVF, DCV-CMA – Cloud Management and Automation).

Education, Background, and Years of Experience

· Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.

· Bachelor’s degree preferred

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Required Skills

Preferred Skills

WORKING CONDITIONS Environmental Conditions – Office and datacenter

Strength Demands – Occasionally lift 50+lbs in teams

Physical Requirements – stand, sit

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. 

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.

Happy - Be Infectious.

Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.

Helpful - Be Supportive.

Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.

Honest - Be Trustworthy.

Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.

Humble - Be Grounded.

Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.

Hungry - Be Eager.

Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.

Hustle - Be Driven.

Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.