Enterprise Virtualization Systems Architect

2 weeks ago

Montgomery Alabama, United States SMS Data Products Group, Inc. Full time

Overview:


SMS Data Products Group, Inc. is in search of an Enterprise Virtualization Engineer specializing in VMWare/VDI to enhance all facets of the Air Force Intranet Control Support (AFINC) enterprise operations. This role encompasses technical planning, design, development, integration, assessment, and requirements analysis, alongside future capability needs to drive the design and maintenance of an IT Enterprise.

As a leading systems integrator, SMS provides established solutions in engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.

With a focus on modernizing and optimizing legacy infrastructure and systems, ensuring operational efficiency, and designing, implementing, and managing secure environments, SMS aligns with business and mission objectives with expertise, quality, and integrity.


Having served the advanced information technology needs of the federal government for over four decades, SMS delivers skilled teams and innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers' missions.



Responsibilities:


Act as a Subject Matter Expert with extensive experience in supporting and designing VMware ESX infrastructure, systems, and network services within a data center environment.

Virtualization Engineers are expected to demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, and effective time and project management skills. This position emphasizes customer-facing production systems infrastructure.


Lead the design, implementation, and management of VMware virtual environment infrastructure, focusing primarily on storage technologies, Fibre Channel Switch (FCS) fabric, and Out-of-Band Management technologies (e.g., iLO, iDRAC, IMM, CIMC).


Deploy and manage Enterprise of Things (EoT) appliances such as iLO Amplifier Pack for HPe OOBM nodes; CMCNE for FCS configuration, Unisphere Central for EMC SAN management, and F5 BIG-IQ for BIG-IP devices.


Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including design documents, standard operating procedures, best practices, checklists, diagrams, inventory, and system security plans (SSP).

Participate in the formulation and execution of IT policies, procedures, and standards.

Stay informed about the latest VMware, virtualization, OOBM, and storage technologies and trends.

Provide insights and recommendations for enhancements, features, and improvements for the IT Enterprise.

Oversee a team by assigning tasks, providing feedback, and ensuring project deadlines are met.

Deliver periodic reports on system status, including uptime, incidents, problems, and open issues.

Audit, remediate, maintain, and gather related document security artifacts for Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG) and DoD Security Requirements Guide (SRG) checklists applicable for Non-classified or Secret Internet Protocol (IP) Router Network (NIPRNet, SIPRNet) environment systems for OS, virtual machines (VMs), storage, applications, database, or web target endpoints utilizing vendor procedures, best practices, or hardening security guidance.

Evaluate scan report data from ACAS Tenable.

SC or Tenable Nessus Scanner, Evaluate-STIG, Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker benchmarks; engage in the review and response phases of the Vulnerability Management Security (VMS) life cycle.


Provide primary support for the installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of server systems hardware (Dell PowerEdge, HPe ProLiant, etc.), and utilize related infrastructure devices such as KVMs and out-of-band management (OOBM) tools like integrated lights-out (ILO), iLO Amplifier, integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC), or Open Managed Enterprise (OME) appliances.


Utilize and/or implement technical solutions based on defined mission scope and using approved software tools such as PowerShell, SecureCRT, Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), NotePad++, etc.

Ensure networks receive periodic updates from AFCYBER-released software patches, updates, and upgrades via Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO), Time Compliance Network Orders (TCNO), Maintenance Tasking Order (MTO), and Notices to Airman (NOTAMs).

Assist AF Cyber personnel with Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) programs, directives, cybersecurity toolsets, and Operation Order (OPORD)/Fragmentary Order (FRAGO) support, RMF/ATO artifacts, and plan of actions milestones (POAMs).

Support customer requirements in a 24/7/365 IT enterprise operations environment.

Troubleshoot technology issues using various internal and external resources.

Document technical problems, resolutions, and processes for assigned tasks and projects.

Participate in testing and evaluation of new technologies to ensure compatibility and functionality.

Qualifications:
8+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing virtual and/or storage infrastructure.

Expert knowledge of VMware vSphere data center, vCenter Server Appliance (vCSA), ESXi hypervisor, PhotonOS, vSphere Update Manager (vUM) or Lifecycle Manager (vLM), VM Hardware version, VMTools, VM Remote Console (VMRC), High Availability (HA), and Distributed Resource Scheduler (DRS).


Proficient with datastores, OVFTool, RVTools, VM templates, VM snapshots, content library subscriptions, cloning, role-based access controlled (RBAC) groups, privileges, and enterprise tier 2 support for VM system owners.

Strong knowledge of Storage Area Networks (SAN), Disk Array Enclosures (DAEs), Fiber Channel fabric OS, Ethernet/KVM switch port technologies, vSphere Standard Switches (vSS) or Distributed Switches (vDS).


Aptitude to test and interact with new software technologies in an environment with third-party monitoring tools to track overall health and availability of applications: Splunk Enterprise, SolarWinds Orion platform, especially Virtual Manager (VMan), Trellix/McAfee Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS) for host IDS/IPS, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM), WSUS, ForeScout Comply-to-Connect (C2C), NAGIOS, Veritas NetBackup, etc.

Experience with server rack-mounted hardware (preferably HPE or Dell), software, firmware, drivers, BIOS/UEFI, Trusted Platform Modules (TPM) devices, FIPS 140-2 chipsets, secure boot.

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to resolve complex technical issues related to VMware and storage technologies.

Strong knowledge of scripting with PowerShell, VMware PowerCLI, and Bash.

Expert knowledge of vSphere products and capabilities, Out-of-Band Products, and SAN access and functionalities.


Applicants must possess refined critical thinking skills, be self-starters, capable of directing the activities of other team members, diplomatic, multi-task capable, adaptable to a dynamic environment, dependable, and reliable.

Prior experience in a government consulting services environment is required. Position may require up to 20% travel.

Education/Certification(s):
Associate or Bachelor's degree in a Business Management or MIS related field. An advanced degree is preferred.

Must meet both 8140 and 8750 certification requirements as outlined by the customer.
Requires a DoD M Information Assurance Technical (IAT)

Level II certification:
CompTIA Security+ CE or higher.

Requires at least one or more DoDM Computing Environment/Operating System (CE/OS) requirement(s): VMware Certified Professional (VCP)- Data center Virtualization;

or Any VMware Certified Advanced Professional Certification.

Clearance:
Active DoD Secret required.


SMS Data Products Group, Inc. is a dynamic systems integrator, delivering talented teams and innovative, cost-effective solutions and services to support our customers' missions for over 47 years.

Our commitment to hiring and retaining quality personnel in a rapidly evolving IT market is demonstrated through our employee retention rate averaging over 3 years.

At SMS, we prioritize quality of service, customer satisfaction, and best-of-breed policies and practices, resulting in CMMI Level 3 certification and ISO registrations including 9001:2015, (phone number removed):2018, and ISO/IEC 27001:2013.

SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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