VMware Systems Administrator

Company Description

Link Solutions, Inc. delivers reliable and effective Information Technology services to government clients in support of critical mission needs. Delivering a broad range of Infrastructure Operations, Application Development, Cybersecurity, Virtualization, Cloud and Mobility services.

If you’re looking for a technology company that values innovation, with a vision toward the future of the technology landscape, look no further than Link Solutions! Link is quality and compliance-focused, under our guiding philosophy “Mission First, Customer Always".

We are ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000-1:2018, ISO 27001:2013 certified and appraised for CMMI ML3 for Services and Development.

Job Description

Link Solutions Inc. is seeking a VMware Systems Administrator (Intermediate-Level) to join our team on Fort Huachuca located in Sierra Vista, Arizona.

• Must be a US Citizen 
• Active DoD Security Clearance
• Non-remote (relocation incentive available)

As the VMware Systems Administrator, you will provide technical support and system administration support on the Fort Huachuca military installation. You will be a part of a diverse team supporting a globally distributed information system, responsible for managing the functionality and efficiency of a group of computers running on one or more secure operating systems.

Become an integral part of a professionally diverse team while working at an industry-leading organization. This is a great opportunity that will allow you to work on innovative projects that offer advancement and growth while helping protect our national security.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Monitor and troubleshoot system performance within the VMware environment.
• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support to hosted tenants.
• Design, plan, implement, and administer enterprise blade server and storage technologies in support of underlying virtualization infrastructure.
• Provide guidance and work leadership to less-experienced staff members.
• Install, configure, and integrate servers associated with a VMware virtual infrastructure.
• Perform backups, troubleshooting, and problem resolution for servers associated with a VMware virtual infrastructure.
• Build highly available server clusters in a vSphere environment.
• Build and configure virtual networks.
• Assist with the coordination and implementation of hardware maintenance, upgrades, repairs, or replacements supporting the virtualization infrastructure
• Provide advice and training to end-users.
• Administer enterprise VMware-based virtualization infrastructures covering vCenter ESXi environments version 6.0 and later.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. 

Qualifications

• US Citizen
• Active DoD Security Clearance 
• IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, etc.).
• Two (2+) years of relevant experience or a degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Experience with Cisco FlexPod, VMware (or equivalent virtualization technologies), or Network Attached Storage systems with a comprehensive understanding of computer concepts.
• Experience with network installations and upgrades.
• Current Computing Environment (CE) certification (required within 90 days of performance start date).

Preferred:

• IAT Level III Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, etc.).
• Knowledgeable in creating a PPS (Ports, protocols, & services) request.
• Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.
• Problem solver and troubleshooter who thrives in resolving complex problems.
• Strong self-starter requiring minimal supervision.
• Experience providing quality service and support for mission-critical systems and VIP end users. 
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills. 
• Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

Additional Information

This position is part of our talent pipeline and contingent on future vacancies. Link Solutions Inc.'s proactive approach ensures we find the best talent, minimizing downtime to ensure critical mission success.

Link Solutions Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to include paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, company-paid long and short-term disability, life insurance, referral bonuses, relocation incentive program, certification reimbursement program, retirement, and more.

Link Solutions, Inc. is an EOE. AA/M/F/D/V. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.