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Summary
Cloud Services Engineer (VMware Cloud Foundation)Hybrid (Must reside within 90 minutes of DISA sites: Mechanicsburg, PA; Ogden, UT; Oklahoma City, OK; Montgomery, AL)Clearance: Active Secret Clearance RequiredSalary Range: $120,000 - $150,000Position OverviewWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Cloud Services Engineer to support secure, mission-critical infrastructure within a federal environment. This role is ideal for a hands‑on engineer with strong experience in virtualization, software‑defined networking, and hybrid cloud solutions, particularly within VMware ecosystems.You will play a key role in designing, deploying, and maintaining secure cloud infrastructure aligned with federal compliance standards, supporting both on-premises and cloud-based systems.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, deploy, and manage VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) environmentsAdminister and maintain VMware vSphere (ESXi, vCenter, clusters, HA, DRS)Implement and support software‑defined networking (SDN) solutionsArchitect and manage hybrid cloud environments integrating on‑prem and public cloud platformsIntegrate and manage Key Management Systems (KMS) for secure encryptionEnsure compliance with NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP , and other federal security standardsTroubleshoot complex infrastructure and network issues across enterprise systemsPerform lifecycle management (patching, upgrades, capacity planning)Automate deployments using tools such as PowerCLI, Terraform, Ansible , or similarCollaborate with security teams, architects, and stakeholders to deliver resilient solutionsMaintain detailed documentation to support audits and operational readinessQualificationsActive Secret Security Clearance (must be maintainable)5+ years of experience in cloud, infrastructure, or virtualization engineeringStrong experience with VMware platforms , including VCFHands‑on experience with SDN technologiesExperience with KMS or encryption key management solutionsAdvanced knowledge of vSphere, ESXi, and vCenterSolid understanding of networking fundamentals (routing, switching, VLANs, firewalls; BGP/OSPF preferred)Experience supporting federal, DoD, or regulated environmentsStrong troubleshooting and analytical skillsPreferred QualificationsVMware certifications (e.g., VCP-DCV)Experience with Azure Government, AWS GovCloud , or VMware Cloud solutionsSecurity certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+ , CISSP)Scripting experience with PowerShell or PythonFamiliarity with Zero Trust architecturesExperience in consulting or client-facing environmentsWork Environment & TravelHybrid role (approximately 25% onsite at DISA locations)Local travel to DISA sites as neededFlexibility required for onsite support and collaborationOur comprehensive benefits package for full‑time salaried employees is effective immediately upon the start date. Benefits include comprehensive PPO medical coverage with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) option, a vision plan, and dental insurance with the base dental plan option paid for by PGTEK. Life Insurance, Short and Long‑Term disability, and Critical Illness insurance have premiums covered. Additionally, PGTEK offers a matching 401(k) plan and a discount on pet insurance through ASPCA Pet Insurance. An Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost to all employees. PGTEK offers a generous amount of PTO and holidays, and an Education Assistance Program is available after 12 months of employment.EOE, including disability/veterans#J-18808-Ljbffr
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Job Description
Cloud Services Engineer (VMware Cloud Foundation)Hybrid (Must reside within 90 minutes of DISA sites: Mechanicsburg, PA; Ogden, UT; Oklahoma City, OK; Montgomery, AL)Clearance: Active Secret Clearance RequiredSalary Range: $120,000 - $150,000Position OverviewWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Cloud Services Engineer to support secure, mission-critical infrastructure within a federal environment. This role is ideal for a hands‑on engineer with strong experience in virtualization, software‑defined networking, and hybrid cloud solutions, particularly within VMware ecosystems.You will play a key role in designing, deploying, and maintaining secure cloud infrastructure aligned with federal compliance standards, supporting both on-premises and cloud-based systems.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, deploy, and manage VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) environmentsAdminister and maintain VMware vSphere (ESXi, vCenter, clusters, HA, DRS)Implement and support software‑defined networking (SDN) solutionsArchitect and manage hybrid cloud environments integrating on‑prem and public cloud platformsIntegrate and manage Key Management Systems (KMS) for secure encryptionEnsure compliance with NIST, FISMA, FedRAMP , and other federal security standardsTroubleshoot complex infrastructure and network issues across enterprise systemsPerform lifecycle management (patching, upgrades, capacity planning)Automate deployments using tools such as PowerCLI, Terraform, Ansible , or similarCollaborate with security teams, architects, and stakeholders to deliver resilient solutionsMaintain detailed documentation to support audits and operational readinessQualificationsActive Secret Security Clearance (must be maintainable)5+ years of experience in cloud, infrastructure, or virtualization engineeringStrong experience with VMware platforms , including VCFHands‑on experience with SDN technologiesExperience with KMS or encryption key management solutionsAdvanced knowledge of vSphere, ESXi, and vCenterSolid understanding of networking fundamentals (routing, switching, VLANs, firewalls; BGP/OSPF preferred)Experience supporting federal, DoD, or regulated environmentsStrong troubleshooting and analytical skillsPreferred QualificationsVMware certifications (e.g., VCP-DCV)Experience with Azure Government, AWS GovCloud , or VMware Cloud solutionsSecurity certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+ , CISSP)Scripting experience with PowerShell or PythonFamiliarity with Zero Trust architecturesExperience in consulting or client-facing environmentsWork Environment & TravelHybrid role (approximately 25% onsite at DISA locations)Local travel to DISA sites as neededFlexibility required for onsite support and collaborationOur comprehensive benefits package for full‑time salaried employees is effective immediately upon the start date. Benefits include comprehensive PPO medical coverage with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) option, a vision plan, and dental insurance with the base dental plan option paid for by PGTEK. Life Insurance, Short and Long‑Term disability, and Critical Illness insurance have premiums covered. Additionally, PGTEK offers a matching 401(k) plan and a discount on pet insurance through ASPCA Pet Insurance. An Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost to all employees. PGTEK offers a generous amount of PTO and holidays, and an Education Assistance Program is available after 12 months of employment.EOE, including disability/veterans#J-18808-Ljbffr
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