26-184 C2BMC Network Virtualization Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc•Colorado Springs, CO

6d•$89,505 - $99,295•Onsite

About The Position

Network Virtualization Engineer Are you driven by modern virtualization, secure software‑defined networking, and mission‑critical systems? Join our team as we design, deploy, and operate VMware-based environments that support one of the most vital defense programs in the nation. In this role, you’ll help build and maintain advanced VMware vSphere and NSX infrastructures that empower global command-and-control capabilities. Your work will directly support the C2BMC program—an essential element of the U.S. Missile Defense System that enables commanders to see, decide, and act with speed and precision.

Requirements

3+ years of hands-on experience with virtualization and networking
Active 8570 certification (Security+, CISSP, GSEC, etc.)
Active Secret Clearance
U.S. citizenship and valid U.S. passport
Active VMware VCP (VCF Administrator/Architect, DCV, or NV)
Strong experience with VMware NSX, vSphere, ESXi, NetApp storage, Windows Server, and SQL Server
Solid understanding of HA, DRS, storage concepts, vMotion, and network troubleshooting
Strong communication skills and proficiency with PowerPoint and Visio
Ability to work independently on large field projects and collaboratively within Agile teams
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related Science or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 6 months of relevant experience.
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Top Secret Clearance
Active VCAP certifications (VCF Automation, Networking, Administrator, Architect; or legacy NV/DCV Design/Deploy)
Experience with vSAN, SRM, SANs, and VMware storage solutions
Scripting/automation skills: PowerCLI, Python, Ansible
Knowledge of hybrid-cloud platforms (VMware Cloud on AWS, Azure VMware Solution)
Familiarity with monitoring tools such as vRealize Operations (vROps)
Experience creating virtual machine templates and automated deployments
Background with Windows Server, Red Hat, and multi-user application environments
DoD security experience (STIGs, accreditation, AD/ACS, encryption methods)
Experience with Photon OS
Prior exposure to C2BMC or similar command-and-control environments

Responsibilities

Deploy, configure, and maintain VMware NSX—including transport zones, segments, edge nodes, Tier-0/Tier-1 gateways, NAT, and routing (BGP)
Implement and enforce NSX security policies using the distributed firewall, gateway firewall, and microsegmentation
Design, deploy, and manage VMware vSphere, ESXi hosts, clusters, HA/DRS, and storage integrations
Monitor and troubleshoot network connectivity, performance, and security using Traceflow, packet capture, NSX CLI, and VMware tools
Integrate virtual networks with physical infrastructure and support system upgrades and deployments
Travel to remote sites to perform installations, advanced troubleshooting, and system validation
Support high-priority operations during evenings or weekends when required
Contribute to Agile sprint planning and cross-team project execution