VMware Systems Administrator
$77k - $143k/yr+ Sign-on bonus + Performance-based bonus + Relocation assistance
Senior
Bachelor's
Quantico, VA, USA
In Person
IT OperationsSystem Administration
No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required
About the job
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience is required; 7+ years of relevant experience may substitute for a degree.
- Strong proficiency with VMware vSphere, vSAN, vMotion, HA/DRS, and enterprise virtualization management.
- Hands-on experience managing Windows Server enterprise environments, including Active Directory, DNS, PKI, Group Policy, and LDAP-backed authentication.
- Familiarity with networking concepts such as VLANs, routing, distributed switching, and firewall rules, as well as storage architectures.
- Experience applying STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, or other hardening frameworks to VMware and Windows systems.
- A VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification is required.
- Windows certifications such as MCSA/MCSE or equivalent.
- Must have a current and active DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
- Proficiency with modern IT tools and infrastructure technologies.
- Ability to travel up to 10%, including possible overnight stays.
- Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods, including desk-based computer work.
- Ability to travel between work locations, including company offices, customer sites, and government installations.
- Ability to work extended hours, including evenings or weekends, as needed.
- Ability to transport and use work equipment, such as laptops and job-related tools, during site visits.
- Ability to work in a secure facility where personal electronic devices, including Bluetooth- or Wi-Fi-enabled devices, may be restricted.
- Ability to communicate with team members, customers, and stakeholders verbally and in writing.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, work under deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
- Ability to interact with others in dynamic environments, including situations requiring problem-solving and conflict resolution.
- Compliance with vaccination and medical requirements for TDY/OCONUS roles, as applicable.
- Employment is contingent upon a successful background investigation.
- Alcohol and drug screening may be required for federal contract compliance.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, secure, and maintain enterprise-grade virtualized infrastructures.
- Manage, optimize, and maintain VMware vSphere environments, including ESXi hosts, vCenter Server, resource management, and distributed switching.
- Administer and troubleshoot clustered architectures using vSAN, vMotion, Storage vMotion, DRS, and HA to ensure uninterrupted service availability.
- Monitor and support shared storage platforms, including vSAN, iSCSI, NFS, and FC, and apply understanding of their role in VM mobility and host clustering.
- Support virtualized Windows Server workloads, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, LDAP, and PKI/Certificate Services.
- Ensure seamless integration between VMware infrastructure and Windows-based identity, authentication, and certificate components.
- Implement, maintain, and validate STIG-compliant baselines for ESXi hosts, vCenter, and Windows Server systems.
- Use VMware Security Configuration Guides, DoD STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, STIG Viewer, and PowerCLI to maintain hardened configurations.
- Perform routine audits and remediation to ensure compliance with organizational and federal security requirements.
- Design and deploy virtual infrastructure solutions, including clusters, shared storage, networking, and lifecycle management, following best practices for performance and security.
- Develop templates, golden images, and standard operating procedures to support consistent VM deployments and secure configurations.
- Collaborate with systems, network, and cyber engineers to deliver and maintain reliable, secure enterprise environments.
- Troubleshoot complex virtualization and Windows-based issues.
- Administer, design, implement, support, and maintain operations for the organization's VMware environment infrastructure.
- Oversee performance tuning and monitor server-system performance, including uptime, failover, anti-viral, and anti-spamming.
- Set up and maintain fault tolerances, and monitor and manage accounts.
Desired Qualifications
- A VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) certification is preferred.
- Experience with scripting or automation tools such as PowerCLI, PowerShell, or Python.
- Sign-on and performance-based bonuses are available.
- Employee referrals may qualify for a bonus.
About the company
Cambridge International Systems delivers capacity-building and security solutions across cyber and physical domains, serving sectors like critical infrastructure, border security, aviation, threat finance, banking, and health security worldwide. It uses holistic discovery to understand complex environments and deploys integrated, multi-domain solutions that address people, processes, and technology, with advisory, implementation, and ongoing support to build capabilities. The firm differentiates itself with nearly 30 years of experience in high-stakes environments at the intersection of cyber and physical security, offering end-to-end capacity-building rather than isolated tools. Its goal is to reduce risk from sophisticated threats and enable successful operations by strengthening security, resilience, and capabilities across organizations and critical systems.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Arlington, West Virginia
Founded
1994
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- 2026 headquarters move to Tysons Corner signals continued investment and hiring proximity.
- FY2026 awarded $10.7 million year-to-date, showing continued federal demand.
- Recent wins in Navy fiber, DoD logistics, and border/security work sustain backlog.
What critics are saying
- 2025 bribery guilty plea and $2.25 million fine damage credibility with Navy customers.
- Former executive Russell Thurston tied Cambridge to bribery; compliance monitoring now matters immediately.
- Dependence on federal contracting leaves Cambridge vulnerable if DOJ or debarment actions escalate.
What makes Cambridge International Systems Inc unique
- CMMC Level 2 certification and CSfC Trusted Integrator status strengthen federal trust.
- OASIS+ IDIQ in 2025 expands access across DoD and civilian agencies.
- Deep defense portfolio spans aviation, C6ISR, cybersecurity, and logistics worldwide.
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Benefits
- Professional Development Budget