Virtualization Engineer

Scientific Research Corporation•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

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. The candidate will design, deploy, and administer scalable virtualization solutions that enable rapid seat activation, centralized resource management, and secure access to mission systems. This role works closely with network, cybersecurity, systems engineering, and facility teams to ensure virtual environments are resilient, compliant, and operationally effective across multiple facilities and mission sites. Designing, deploying, administering, and sustaining enterprise Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and server virtualization environments using platforms such as Nutanix AHV, VMware vSphere, VMware Horizon, Citrix, or equivalent technologies Supporting multi-enclave virtual environments (NIPR, SIPR, TS/SCI as applicable), ensuring proper separation, access control, and performance across security boundaries Administering Active Directory in support of VDI environments, including Group Policy Objects (GPOs), user and computer objects, RBAC, authentication integration, and profile management Integrating VDI solutions with enterprise services including identity and access management (IAM), storage systems, backup solutions, endpoint security tools, and monitoring platforms Managing full lifecycle operations including OS image creation, patch management, vulnerability remediation, automated application delivery, and baseline configuration enforcement Monitoring and optimizing VDI performance by assessing latency, throughput, storage IOPS, and compute utilization to ensure a consistent and reliable end-user experience Supporting facility transitions, stand-ups, and relocations, including VDI cutovers, migrations, and capacity planning for new or expanded mission locations Developing and maintaining technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, SOPs, operational runbooks, and recovery procedures Supporting cybersecurity compliance efforts, including RMF control implementation, STIG application, vulnerability remediation, and coordination with ISSMs/ISOs Participating in system testing, operational readiness activities, and troubleshooting efforts in coordination with engineering and operations teams Providing on-call or surge support during mission-critical events, exercises, or transition windows as required #LI-LH1

Requirements

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)
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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Designing, deploying, administering, and sustaining enterprise Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and server virtualization environments using platforms such as Nutanix AHV, VMware vSphere, VMware Horizon, Citrix, or equivalent technologies
Supporting multi-enclave virtual environments (NIPR, SIPR, TS/SCI as applicable), ensuring proper separation, access control, and performance across security boundaries
Administering Active Directory in support of VDI environments, including Group Policy Objects (GPOs), user and computer objects, RBAC, authentication integration, and profile management
Integrating VDI solutions with enterprise services including identity and access management (IAM), storage systems, backup solutions, endpoint security tools, and monitoring platforms
Managing full lifecycle operations including OS image creation, patch management, vulnerability remediation, automated application delivery, and baseline configuration enforcement
Monitoring and optimizing VDI performance by assessing latency, throughput, storage IOPS, and compute utilization to ensure a consistent and reliable end-user experience
Supporting facility transitions, stand-ups, and relocations, including VDI cutovers, migrations, and capacity planning for new or expanded mission locations
Developing and maintaining technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, SOPs, operational runbooks, and recovery procedures
Supporting cybersecurity compliance efforts, including RMF control implementation, STIG application, vulnerability remediation, and coordination with ISSMs/ISOs
Participating in system testing, operational readiness activities, and troubleshooting efforts in coordination with engineering and operations teams
Providing on-call or surge support during mission-critical events, exercises, or transition windows as required

Benefits

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more.

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