Warner Robins, Georgia
Lead Virtualization Engineer Job Opening in Warner Robins, Georgia - Technica Corporation is seeking a Lead Virtualization Engineer to provide virtualization engineering and management support to AFRC?s 18 data centers [for 12 locations that incorporate 21 VMware suites, 501 virtual servers, and approximately 300 virtual desktops].
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage multiple virtual server platforms
Manage and secure Virtual Desktop Infrastructures [Virtual Local Area Network (VDIs)] (zero clients) and the environment
Manage the variety of application deployment methods including application virtualization, thin applications, Application Volume, and Security Server
Support externally facing customers with Security Server for virtual desktops
Serve as focal point for AFNet issues and user problem resolution in the virtual suites, providing operational support for applications, systems, or infrastructure
Conceptualize, architect, design, implement and support integrated solutions in support of business demand
Work with enterprise architects to ensure the cloud infrastructure architecture is aligned with enterprise architectural standards and strategies
Apply architectural standards within the cloud infrastructure operation including operational considerations in cloud infrastructure architecture and design
Support efforts to architect and design cloud infrastructure extensions
Architect and design the cloud layer in support of the planned cloud-based services as well as any changes
Identify market needs for new products or technologies and/or how current products can be modified or enhanced. Identify ways in which new products and/or modifications or enhancements to current products can be successfully implemented
Deploy large scale cloud infrastructure and application services for customers
Implement and configure virtualized infrastructure
Participate in design and implementation activities with emphasis on supportability, maintainability, scalability, performance and overall quality
Utilize virtualization tools to deliver user-facing capabilities, track utilization and automate delivery of services
Offer overall support for virtualized infrastructure environment
Provide support across the entire platform stack for innovative cloud-based solutions from the virtualization layer up through the software-defined and cloud management platform stacks
Establish and/or manage on-prem and hybrid cloud technologies (e.g., EMC?s VMware & Virtustream, Hyper-V, PowerShell)
Apply DoD/AF Cloud strategies to include standards and operational considerations in cloud infrastructure architecture and design
Identify issues/problems with Cloud implementation and recommend specific solutions
Coordinate with HQ/base CFPs or CSC for issue resolution
Coordinate with ESU, INOSC-E, MAJCOM Communications Coordination Center (MCCC), CFP, AFRC host bases, etc.? on day-to-day support/maintenance activities on the servers and services
Contact the appropriate Government and/or commercial agencies to resolve maintenance problems
Ensure backups and monitoring are being accomplished in accordance with applicable procedures
Coordinate, document, test, validate, and deploy new technology provided by government
Provide physical server support
Utilize Remedy to document, coordinate, route, resolve, and close user issues and server/services issues
Conduct/assist with of the hardware and software for appropriate servers to Air Force specifications
Conduct defensive missions to operationally protect the enterprise
Determine and mitigate AFNet/JIE caused issues to AFRC missions
React to and remediate AFNet service interruptions
Support/complete Certification and Accreditation (C&A) activities
Participate in Government program/project reviews, technical meetings, and briefings
Remediate vulnerabilities on assigned hardware and software
Work, coordinate, document, resolve, and close trouble tickets assigned to and within the work center
Ensure compliance with DISA STIGs, AF instructions and orders on assigned systems
Implement change requests approved by AFNet configuration management processes for assigned function
Assist AFRC host bases in virtual management issues, installs, projects, etc.
Ensure NIPR/SIPR CAT vulnerabilities for each assigned server does not exceed AFRC, AF, DISA, or DoD vulnerability thresholds
Meet individual project schedule milestones for key projects designated by the Government; meet project schedule milestones on-time delivery at or above 90% level (Late deliveries must not be more than 5 days late)
Implement schedule preparation, pre-planning and resource forecasting for engineering and other technical activities relating to the project
Act as liaison between the project manager and the technical disciplines involved
Maintain a productive environment for technical teams
Help coordinate program of technical responsibilities
Represent a technology perspective for project management and report to the project manager as needed
Serve as the primary technical point of contact for the AFRC
Assure the accuracy of trends and alert statuses of collected data
Help coordinate duties for other in the group
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Active Secret Clearance
Bachelor?s degree in a related field of study
IAT Level III Certification
Technical experience working in a VMware environment
Technical experience utilizing vRealize
Technical experience utilizing PowerShell
Knowledge of infrastructure (including VLANs) and storage environments, and basic networking knowledge
Experience with Microsoft Windows Server 2008R2 or newer
Desired KSAs:
Master?s degree
About Technica:
At Technica Corporation, our goal is to provide exceptional professional services and innovative technology solutions that meet or exceed our customer?s expectations. We specialize in a wide range of advanced information technology solutions from Systems Engineering to Information Assurance, and from Software Development to Product Solutions. From our locations across the DC Metro area, we provide technological subject matter expertise, program management and business process knowledge as a trusted advisor in support of our Department of Defense and other federal agency customers.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
VMware: 7 years
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