Network Virtualization Engineer IRES - SSFB

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Network Virtualization Engineer IRES - SSFB in the United States.

This role is designed for an experienced network virtualization professional who thrives in complex and mission-critical environments. You will work on advanced VMware-based infrastructures, supporting network build-outs, deployments, and cybersecurity compliance for high-profile government projects. The position offers the opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, perform root-cause analysis, and ensure system stability and optimization. Ideal candidates are proactive problem-solvers with strong communication skills, able to manage projects independently while mentoring team members. This role requires technical excellence, hands-on experience with virtualization, and adherence to rigorous security standards. Candidates must reside in a HUBZone or be willing to relocate prior to the start date.

Accountabilities:

·         Support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the IRES contract, deploying and managing VMware environments at the C2BMC Test Facility.

·         Perform complex system administration tasks with minimal supervision, including monitoring, backups, upgrades, and vulnerability remediation.

·         Conduct root-cause analysis for recurring or critical network issues and recommend solutions.

·         Collaborate with system administrators, network engineers, and cybersecurity personnel to maintain a high-quality test environment.

·         Document system changes and actions in appropriate systems of record for compliance and historical tracking.

·         Advise stakeholders on system optimization and improvement efforts in line with program objectives.

·         Deploy, configure, and maintain virtual machines and virtual distributed switches, including patching, upgrades, and migrations.

·         Minimum 10 years of general IT work experience; 7+ years directly related to virtualization and network engineering.

·         At least 1 year in a management or leadership role.

·         Strong expertise in VMware vSphere, NSX, vSAN, and VMware Cloud Foundation, including traffic flow, NSX routing, firewalling, NAT, load balancing, and micro-segmentation.

·         Proficiency in IP protocols, firewall configuration, VPN, Active Directory, and network troubleshooting.

·         Experience with storage migration, virtual machine deployment, and patch management using SDDC Manager.

·         DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+, CySA, or higher) and active DoD Secret Security Clearance required.

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including briefings and technical presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint and Visio.

·         Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently on large field projects.

·         Must reside in a HUBZone or be willing to relocate prior to start date.

Desired Skills:

·         Understanding of project management lifecycle and IT development processes (SELC, ITIL, SDLC).

·         Experience with VXLAN, Juniper Apstra, VMware Aria, RHEL/Ansible, HPE servers, PIM, L2/L3 multicast, and type I encryption devices.

·         VMware certifications such as VCTA, VCP-DCV, VCAP Design/Deploy, or VCDX-DCV.

·         Cisco (CCNA) or Juniper (JNCIA) certifications.

·         Programming or scripting experience in Python or PowerShell.

·         Knowledge of DoD communications systems and Missile Defense operations.

·         Competitive salary: $110,000–$130,000 annually (DOE, education, certifications).

·         Flexible work schedules and remote work opportunities.

·         Health, dental, and vision insurance.

·         Retirement plans, including 401(k) and Roth options.

·         Disability, life, and accident insurance.

·         Paid time off and paid holidays.

·         Parental and pregnancy leave.

·         Educational reimbursement and voluntary benefits.

·         Comprehensive wellness and security programs.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.

🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias, focusing solely on your fit for the role.
Once the shortlist is completed, it is shared directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or assessments) are then managed by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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