VMware / VDI System Administrator

i3 is seeking a VMware Systems Administrator. The selected candidate will provide technical expertise supporting information system components, infrastructure integration and maintenance to satisfy architectural and business requirements. The VMware Systems Administrator must have a customer centric approach and provide all levels of support for the user base community. 

• Provide direct customer service and technical support to local and remote users as required via phone, e-mail, on-line systems and in person. 
• Perform implementation of system additions and/or enhancements and makes recommendations to management. 
• Manages a VMware vSphere Infrastructure in support of several labs within a multi-zoned environment. 
• Manages the functionality of servers and computers running Windows/Linux operating systems such as (RHEL, CentOS, Windows 10/11, Windows Server) within an Active Directory environment. 
• Maintains the integrity and security of servers and systems. 
• Assist in creation and maintenance of system documentation such as SOPs and policies. 
• Implementing Information Assurance (IA) systems and practices such as DISA STIGs, RMF and system hardening. 
• Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products. 
• Provides advice and training to end-users. 
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned. 

• Bachelor's degree and 4 years' experience or 7+ year's equivalent experience. 
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, but interim secret required to start.
• Ability to take initiative work in a team environment. 
• Must have Excellent Customer Service Skills. 
• Strong Virtualization and Systems Administration principles and troubleshooting experience. 
• Good working knowledge of cybersecurity practices/procedures (DISA STIGs, RMF, hardening, documentation). 
• Must have DoD 8570/8140 IA Certification (Security+ CE).  
• Ability to manage a large-scale, complex virtual computing environment. 
• Ability to build, standardize, and configure Windows and Linux Operating Systems in various technical use cases. 
• Experience with Multifactor authentication, CAC/Smartcard PKI and certificate management in a mixed Windows/Linux environment. 
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as Red Hat OpenShift, VMware Cloud Foundation, and Nutanix AHV. 
• Experience with Hyper-converged systems from vendors such as vSAN, Nutanix, Dell, and HP. 

i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services, Missile Defense Agency, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.

Perks of being a team member owner include:

• Long-term financial security
• Higher job satisfaction
• Greater job security
• Personal and professional growth
• Great company culture

Other outstanding benefits:

• Excellent insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Generous PTO
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us