Virtualization Engineer

vdi / virtualization engineer (mid-level)

scientific research corporation (src) is seeking a vdi / virtualization engineer (mid-level) to modernize, operate, and sustain secure virtual desktop infrastructure (vdi) and virtualization environments supporting u.s. Space command (usspacecom) mission operations. This position supports highly available, multi-enclave virtual desktop and application delivery environments across classified and unclassified networks, enabling a highly mobile and distributed warfighter population.

• design, deploy, administer, and sustain enterprise virtual desktop infrastructure (vdi) and server virtualization environments using platforms such as nutanix ahv, vmware vsphere, vmware horizon, citrix, or equivalent technologies.
• support multi-enclave virtual environments (nipr, sipr, ts/sci as applicable), ensuring proper separation, access control, and performance across security boundaries.
• administer active directory in support of vdi environments, including group policy objects (gpos), user and computer objects, rbac, authentication integration, and profile management.
• integrate vdi solutions with enterprise services including identity and access management (iam), storage systems, backup solutions, endpoint security tools, and monitoring platforms.
• manage full lifecycle operations including os image creation, patch management, vulnerability remediation, automated application delivery, and baseline configuration enforcement.
• monitor and optimize vdi performance by assessing latency, throughput, storage iops, and compute utilization to ensure a consistent and reliable end-user experience.
• support facility transitions, stand-ups, and relocations, including vdi cutovers, migrations, and capacity planning for new or expanded mission locations.
• develop and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, sops, operational runbooks, and recovery procedures.
• support cybersecurity compliance efforts, including rmf control implementation, stig application, vulnerability remediation, and coordination with issms/isos.
• participate in system testing, operational readiness activities, and troubleshooting efforts in coordination with engineering and operations teams.
• provide on-call or surge support during mission-critical events, exercises, or transition windows as required.

• bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of hands‑on experience supporting vdi and/or virtualization environments in a dod or enterprise setting.
• demonstrated experience with one or more virtualization platforms such as nutanix, vmware, citrix, or hyper‑v.
• experience administering windows‑based virtual environments and associated infrastructure services.
• familiarity with dod cybersecurity requirements, including rmf, stigs, and privileged access controls.
• ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multi-disciplinary engineering team.
• strong troubleshooting, analytical, and documentation skills.
• dod 8140 / 8570 compliance
• • status: mandatory
  • role type: privileged use / iat
  • baseline requirement: iat level ii
  • comptia security+ ce or approved dod 8140 equivalent (must be current or obtained within required timeframe)

• experience supporting classified environments (sipr, ts/sci) and mission systems.
• familiarity with automation tools, scripting (powershell, bash), or infrastructure‑as‑code concepts.
• experience supporting vdi at scale for geographically distributed users.
• knowledge of zero trust principles and modern identity‑based access models.
• strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to operational stakeholders.

src is a contractor for the u.s. Government, this position will require u.s. Citizenship as well as a u.s. Government security clearance at the top secret level with top secret / sci eligibility.

• some travel required (up to 10%).

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