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Job DescriptionTransform technology into opportunity as a Virtualization / VMware Administrator with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.
At GDIT, people are our differentiators. As a Virtualization / VMware Administrator you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Virtualization / VMware Administrator joining our team to support the Command IT Services (CITS) contract for USCENTCOM in Tampa, Florida. This role is critical for maintaining a robust, secure, and highly available VMware-based infrastructure essential for command operations.
HOW A SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR SENIOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
VMware Management: Deploy, configure, and maintain VMware ESXi hosts, vCenter Server, and virtual machines.
Performance & Optimization: Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize resource utilization.
Network Virtualization: Implement and manage VMware networking (distributed switches, VLANs, security policies).
Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex virtualization issues (performance, connectivity, failures).
Maintenance & Patching: Perform regular maintenance, updates, and security patching.
Collaboration & Integration: Work with other IT teams to design integrated infrastructure solutions.
Documentation: Develop and maintain documentation of virtualization architecture and procedures. Mentor junior admins.
Disaster Recovery: Contribute to backup and disaster recovery solutions.
Technology Evaluation: Research and recommend new VMware technologies.
Compliance & Security: Ensure adherence to security policies and best practices.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience.
Required Experience: 3+ years of related experience
Required Technical Skills: Active DoD 8140/8570 compliant certification
Required Skills and Abilities:
Expertise in VMware vSphere (ESXi, vCenter Server)
Solid understanding of virtualization concepts and best practices.
Experience with vSAN and vSphere Networking.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in technical documentation.
Preferred Skills:
VMware Horizon (VDI) experience.
Automation tools (Ansible, PowerCLI) familiarity.
USCENTCOM/DoD experience.
Location: On site in Tampa, FL
Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI clearance is required.
WHAT GDIT CAN OFFER YOU:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology and the ability to make a real impact on the world around you.
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