**ACTIVE TS/SCI SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED**
Build the infrastructure that keeps critical national security data flowing. You'll own the pipelines, systems, and integrations that power real cybersecurity investigations — and have the autonomy to solve complex engineering problems that actually matter.
Linux / Windows
SIEM (Splunk / Elastic)
VMware / Hyper-V
Networking & Firewalls
Python / Bash
Cloud (AWS)
WHAT YOU'LL OWN
Data Pipelines
Ingest, normalize, and manage event logs powering live security investigations.
SIEM Management
Own Splunk, Elastic, or ArcSight deployments end-to-end — configs, patches, uptime.
Host & VM Administration
Linux and Windows systems, hypervisors (ESXi, Hyper-V), and cloud assets.
Security Compliance
Apply federal, DoD, and IC configuration standards across all managed systems.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- 5+ years in systems engineering or a similar infrastructure/ops role
- Advanced Linux proficiency — comfortable on the command line, can work through complex issues independently
- Strong networking fundamentals: DNS, DHCP, IPAM, load balancers, firewalls
- Hands-on hypervisor experience (VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, or Citrix XenServer)
- IAT II certification (or ability to obtain); CSSP Infrastructure Support cert required within 120 days of hire
- Proven root-cause analysis skills — you don't just fix symptoms, you find the source
- Excellent communication skills; comfortable working with both technical peers and non-technical stakeholders
BONUS POINTS
- SIEM experience with Splunk, Elastic, or ArcSight
- Familiarity with Cribl for data aggregation and normalization
- Scripting in Python, Bash, or PowerShell
- Public cloud experience (AWS, GCP, Rackspace) or private cloud (VMware, OpenStack)
Additional Information
- All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
- Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $140-$145k. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
- Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Accrued PTO, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and more!
D2 Technical Services is committed to a merit-based recruitment process and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. As a Veteran-Owned Small Business, we particularly welcome applications from veterans who have the requisite skills and experience. Job applicants that are interested in one of our openings and may require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, should contact us to request an accommodation.
Skills Required
- 5+ years in systems engineering or a similar infrastructure/ops role
- Advanced Linux proficiency
- Strong networking fundamentals: DNS, DHCP, IPAM, load balancers, firewalls
- Hands-on hypervisor experience (VMware ESXi, Hyper-V, or Citrix XenServer)
- IAT II certification (or ability to obtain); CSSP Infrastructure Support cert required within 120 days of hire
- Proven root-cause analysis skills
- Excellent communication skills
What We Do
D2 Consulting provides services to the Federal Government focused in the following three area's We leverage D2 Consulting engineering, operations and governance best practices to efficiently and effectively deploy, maintain and continuously improve IT services and solutions. This includes not only engineering solutions such as VDI and providing direct support to operations but also deploying the tools to instrument and maintain Enterprise performance and availability (including ITSM and Enterprise Management Tools). Protect & Secure: This is our cyber security practice, which includes functions like audit and information assurance, as well as the traditional mechanics of securing IT systems and services. We have experience working with the Government to better manage risk to help move the accreditation process along. This is especially true with respect to adapting accreditation controls to a cloud environment. Cloud Migration and Data Center modernization/consolidation: This area is focused on cloud migration and adoption as well as data center consolidation. We work to ensure that infrastructure requirements are implemented correctly, according to best practices and in a timely manner.
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