Storage and Virtualization Lead Engineer

Goldbelt Incorporated • Honolulu, HI

70d • $115,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Storage and Virtualization Lead Engineer will provide engineering oversight for the SRV6 storage and virtualization environment for the operation of the PACAF BlackCore network. This position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid. Nisga'a CIOPS provides hands-on experienced services to civilian and DoD programs worldwide, delivering highly skilled, cleared personnel who provide services on five continents for a portfolio of customers.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance required.
• In-depth knowledge of datacenter compute and virtualization technology.
• Professional level proficiency with virtualization concepts and storage protocols such as iSCSI, Fiber Channel, and NFS.
• Ability to manage the entire storage and virtualization stack implementation process.
• Overseeing hardware and software upgrades, installation, and maintenance.
• Ability to optimize network efficiency and ensure high application performance.
• In-depth knowledge of network security principles and cybersecurity protocols.
• Ability to analyze and diagnose complex network problems.
• Familiarity with cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Ability to oversee and produce accurate and comprehensive documentation.
• In-depth experience collecting and developing A&A artifacts.
• Experience with email and other communication platforms including MS Teams and SharePoint.
• Proficiency with the latest Microsoft tool suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.).
• Ability to collaborate with others and brief technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with DoD security standards, ATO processes, and compliance.
• Understanding of the AF Cyber architecture and PACAF MOBs and GSUs roles.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience focused on Dell, Cisco, and VMware solutions.
• Maintain relevant expert level industry certification (CCIE, JCIE).
• Maintain relevant professional level industry certification (VMware Certified Professional, VMware Certified Advanced Professional).
• Experience briefing senior leaders and large audiences.
• Ability to travel to PACAF MOBs and GSUs to conduct duties and responsibilities - at a maximum up to 10% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Training is highly preferred prior to starting; however, must have the ability to obtain within 3 days of starting and maintain certificates of completion for various training including Level 1 Anti-Terrorist Training, Level A SERE Training, USFK Training, DoD Cyber Awareness Challenge, OPSEC Awareness, Derivative Classification IF103.16, and Force Protection.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive documentation of storage and virtual platform configurations, policies, procedures, and conduct informal training for PACAF personnel.
• Provide ongoing support for the maintenance of the storage and virtualization environment across all three sites.
• Act as a technical lead in troubleshooting and incident management during management stack service interruptions.
• Continuously monitor storage and virtual platform performance, adjusting configurations to ensure maximum resiliency and availability.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting for storage and virtual platform environments, addressing connectivity, performance, and security issues, ensuring minimal downtime for mission-critical operations.
• Assist the Government in the creation, consultation, revision, finalization, submission of the deliverables for RMF including System Security Plan, Ports Protocol Services Matrix, and other artifacts for control validation.
• Collect and develop A&A artifacts in accordance with AO Office.

Benefits

• Annual salary range of $115,000 to $150,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Tax-deferred savings options.
• Supplementary benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Management of Companies and Enterprises
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees