VMware (ESXi) Engineer

D2 Technical Services•Springfield, VA

3d•$145,000 - $155,000•Onsite

About The Position

Design Smarter Systems. Support a Safer Tomorrow. Are you a VMware expert who thrives in dynamic environments and mission-critical operations? We're looking for a VMware (ESXi) Engineer ready to take on challenges that directly impact national security. Join our highly skilled team supporting a key intelligence customer where your expertise in virtualization will drive innovation, performance, and resilience across our infrastructure. This is more than just a tech role—it’s an opportunity to apply your skills where they truly matter.

Requirements

5+ years of systems engineering experience, focused on VMware technologies
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
Active TS/SCI clearance
Hands-on expertise with: VMware ESXi 6.7/7.0/8.0, VMware Aria Operations and Automation (8.x), VMware NSX/NSX-T, Microsoft Windows Server 2016/2019/2022, Windows 10/11 and Unix/Linux systems
Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, LAN, Active Directory, GPO
Ability to support and troubleshoot both Windows and Linux virtual environments
Experience working within highly secure, classified environments
Ability to author and maintain clear, technical documentation

Nice To Haves

VMware and/or Cisco UCS certifications (preferred, not required)
Cloud experience (AWS, Azure)
Familiarity with Cisco UCS Cloud Platform
Experience creating workflows and blueprints in VMware Aria Automation
Familiarity with ServiceNow
Technical writing and clear communication skills
Prior experience supporting Intelligence or DoD customers

Responsibilities

Design and define system architecture for new and existing VMware environments
Install, configure, and manage key VMware components: vSphere, ESXi 6.7/7.0/8.0, VMware Aria Automation (vRA), VMware Aria Operations (vROps), NSX/NSX-T
Perform systems engineering tasks including troubleshooting, patching, monitoring, and hardware support
Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for virtual environments
Support operational readiness, including Certification & Accreditation (C&A) processes
Respond to technical support requests and provide Tier II/III troubleshooting for both Windows and Linux systems
Participate in off-hours maintenance and on-call support as needed
Serve as a liaison between engineering teams and customers, helping to translate requirements into reliable solutions
Lead or mentor less experienced engineers, and serve as technical lead for tasks or projects