Principal Virtual Server Administrator

BAE Systems Plc•Vicksburg, MS

53d•$94,728 - $161,038•Onsite

About The Position

Join a Team that's Shaping the Future of IT Support At BAE Systems, we're passionate about delivering innovative IT solutions that enable our customers to achieve their missions. As a Principal Virtual Server Administrator, you'll play a critical role in providing exceptional IT support to the customer. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, teamwork, and customer satisfaction. If you're a motivated and skilled IT professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply. As a Principal Virtual Server Administrator, you'll proactively manage and monitor virtual servers to ensure seamless operation, applying patches and updates to maintain security and performance. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include managing virtual server operations, recommending and deploying patches and updates, and conducting routine maintenance and performance tuning. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a talented team, and make a significant impact on the customer's operations. You'll be expected to collaborate with cross-functional teams to support disaster recovery, high-availability configurations, and change management processes. If you're a motivated and skilled IT professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply. Location Requirement The successful candidate must be located within 50 miles of Vicksburg, MS.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
6+ years of experience in virtual server administration, with hands-on expertise in proactive monitoring, patching, and optimization in government or large enterprise environments
Proven track record managing VMware, Hyper-V, or equivalent virtualization platforms for high-stakes operations
Active DoD Secret Clearance (must be current and transferable)
Strong knowledge of federal IT standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, FISMA) and ITIL practices for service operations
Proficiency in virtualization tools (e.g., vSphere, Hyper-V Manager) and monitoring solutions (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios)
Excellent troubleshooting skills for complex virtual environments under pressure
Applies extensive expertise, and has full knowledge of other related disciplines, with the ability to exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification
VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification
Experience supporting DoD or large federal virtualized infrastructures, including hybrid cloud integrations (e.g., Azure Stack HCI)
ITIL 4 Foundation or higher certification, with focus on infrastructure management
Background in automation scripting (e.g., PowerCLI, PowerShell) for patch deployment and monitoring
Master's degree in a relevant field or additional certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+)

Responsibilities

proactively manage and monitor virtual servers to ensure seamless operation
applying patches and updates to maintain security and performance
managing virtual server operations
recommending and deploying patches and updates
conducting routine maintenance and performance tuning
collaborate with cross-functional teams to support disaster recovery
high-availability configurations, and change management processes

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
a legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.