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General Dynamics Information Technology•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Virtualization Systems Administrator supporting CIS, you will ensure the stability, security, and high availability of enterprise virtual server platforms across multiple networks and environments. You will manage and optimize virtualized compute resources, maintain compliant configuration baselines, and deliver resilient hosting solutions that power mission critical applications. Your work directly impacts system readiness, security posture, and the reliable delivery of core IT services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field, or 8-12+ years of relevant IT experience in lieu of a degree
Meet DoD 8140 Information Assurance Workforce certification requirements (e.g. Security+ CE, etc.)
Active TS/SCI clearance with a favorable polygraph
Hands on experience administering VMware, Hyper-V, or comparable virtualization platforms in an enterprise environment
Working knowledge of Windows and Linux server administration, performance tuning, and secure configuration practices
Experience performing patch management, vulnerability remediation, system hardening, and compliance reporting across virtualized systems
Strong analytical, documentation, and cross-team communication skills
US citizenship required

Responsibilities

Administer, maintain, and optimize virtualized server environments, including hypervisors, virtual machines, and supporting infrastructure across Windows and Linux platforms
Monitor health, performance, and utilization of virtual compute resources, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance capacity, resilience, and efficiency
Implement secure configuration baselines, system hardening, and STIG aligned controls across all managed virtual servers and supporting components
Execute timely patching and security updates for virtual hosts, guest operating systems, hypervisors, and associated tools using automated deployment and compliance technologies
Review weekly compliance and security scan results, identify noncompliant systems, determine root causes, and coordinate remediation actions with system owners
Track and apply approved security directives, task orders, and vulnerability notices, ensuring alignment with enterprise cybersecurity requirements and reporting timelines
Design, build, and maintain virtual machine templates, golden images, firmware versions, and standardized configuration profiles to ensure consistent and secure deployments
Provide Tier 3 troubleshooting and escalation support for complex virtualization issues including storage, networking, cluster health, and resource contention
Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, networking, and operations teams to implement new virtual infrastructure solutions, support accreditation activities, and validate secure configurations
Maintain documentation of system configurations, patch schedules, template updates, and procedures to support audit readiness and change control

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
401K with company match
Competitive pay
Paid time off
Variety of medical plan options
Dental plan options
Vision plan
401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance