Sr. Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

Overview: Job Title: Sr. Systems Engineer Job Location: Tampa, FL Security Clearance: Position requires an active, in-scope US Government issued Secret/SSBI clearance Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US Citizenship is required. Job Responsibilities: The Sr. Systems Engineer position ( VMware Server / Virtualization focus) is responsible for the management network and lab environment consisting of workstations, servers, routers, switches, firewalls, security devices, and communications devices. Daily Job Responsibilities: * Provide system administration and engineering support focusing on the design, implementation, testing, and maintenance for Virtualized Data Center nodes . * Design, install, provision, configure, optimize, tune performance, integrate, and administer various solution technologies virtualized infrastructure . * Comply with all applicable security and IA policies and directives * This position will be responsible for managing Microsoft Windows servers operating in a virtual environment including packaging, deployment scripting and testing, shell scripting, and tier 3 technical issue resolution. * This includes verifying system security and Information Assurance (IA) posture and Security Technical Implementation Guidance (STIG) compliance of systems used in the lab and for the project in a complex environment with multiple releasability classifi cation for enclaves and integrated with Department of Defense (DoD) Command and Control (C2) systems. * The position also supports the deployment of virtual Microsoft Windows desktops through VMware Horizon technology. * Responsible for the day-to-day support of server, app, or desktop virtualization * Performing routine audits of systems and software * Work with Network Team to plan, installing and configuring new hardware and software for enterprise solutions * Answering technical queries from other IT support teams (DBAs, Networking, Architecture) * Responsibility for documenting the configuration of the current and future infrastructures * The assessment and optimization of the virtualization systems, through systems monitoring, statistics, daily health checks. Responsible for reporting KPIs and trends all facets of the environment. Coordinates service calls and schedules appointments with software vendor and consultants to ensure satisfactory resolutions of problems and malfunctions. * Maintains accurate and comprehensive documentation diagrams of the enterprise server infrastructure and communications flow and routing * Research, evaluate, and recommend new tools and technologies for server virtualization * Identify trends and abnormalities and proactively take steps to prevent performance impacts to virtual environment and business function * Perform pro-active support functions and reporting to maintain the integrity of the enterprise virtual environment and business function * Support and contribute to developing and maintaining 3-year strategic plan, to mitigate risks, address organizational deficiencies, and facilitate new requirements, technologies and growth * Analyze, determine, and document technical requirements * Communicate accurate and useful status reports to management on a timely basis * Anticipate issues and proactively resolve them * Prepare contingencies, scenarios, scenario plans and action items to resolve issues * Identify and initiate continuous improvements * Instill commitment to quality, customer service, ownership, and teamwork * Build strong customer relationships. Promote internal/external customer service among organization * Maintain awareness of new technological developments in industry and processes- presents new concepts appropriately and champion successful implementation * Key contributor in the research, planning and implementation of server virtualization projects in accordance with and support of business needs goals and objectives * Where appropriate, provide on-going training and technical direction to other team members pertaining to virtualization optimization, installation, upgrades, configuration, and troubleshooting * Interact with vendors in the resolution of complex problems * Effectively communicate with customers, help desk support personnel and senior technicians * Present new technology and high-level resolutions to management * Facilitate training sessions for peers on new technology solutions, optimization, upgrades, trouble-shooting techniques, new technology and administration tools * Forecast and recommend infrastructure and system application improvements * Support operations of multi-site (geographically) * Troubleshoot/Repair/Address all issues and tasks assigned by team lead * Act as an escalation point on critical issues for various internal technology groups * Willing and available up to travel 10% during times of implementation * Willing and available for on-call support * Additional responsibilities could include special projects and participation in operating system security and strategy development. * Perform other duties as required. Minimum Qualifications: * Eight years direct experience, in the last ten years. * DoD 8570 IAT Level II certified * Technical cert - Professional cert in VMware or Microsoft/OS * Position requires an active, in-scope US Government issued Secret/SSBI clearance * Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US Citizenship is required. Desired Qualifications: * The ideal candidate will have a bachelor''s degree in a related field and over nine years of experience with Microsoft Windows. * Experience in the implementation of cross domain solutions * Experience in implementation of CENTRIXS networks and supporting infrastructure * Understanding of information security practices (cryptography, privilege separation, RBAC, INFOSEC, Auditing, patching, Security Benchmark Compliance, OS hardening, etc ) * Understanding of clustered or pooled virtualization concepts from leading platforms such as VMware vSphere * Strong understanding of Enterprise Architecture and its supporting processes and tools * In depth knowledge of solutions such as server virtualization, high-availability clustering, and system design * Extensive knowledge of MS Windows Server (2012 R2, 2016, 2019) environments and be able to build, configure, and maintain * Excellent knowledge of core communication protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, SSL, HTP/S and building application-specific protocols on top of them * Ability to apply sound troubleshooting methodology to isolate and resolve root cause of reported issues * Strong experience in implementing and troubleshooting vCenter and Virtual Machines * Strong experience in implementing and troubleshooting Virtual Networking configurations * Required skills include proficiency in use of MS Project, Visio, PowerPoint, Word and Excel for delivery of technical documentation and presentations. * Experience working with performance analysis and optimization of hybrid cloud systems * Experience in developing large scale and distributed systems * Understanding of proactive monitoring concepts, including experience configuring and deploying Network and systems monitoring, SNMP, and SYSLOG e.g., Ganglia, Nagios, Zenoss, Splunk, SolarWinds, and VMware vRealize Log Insight * Knowledge of Internet/Web related protocols and technologies including: Apache, Tomcat, Web Services, DNS, registrars, SSL * Advanced knowledge and understanding of TCP/IP in the virtual environment, including VLANs, routing and virtual switches * Troubleshooting of Hypervisors and Resource pool related issues * Excellent verbal and written communication across all levels of seniority and the customer base * PowerShell scripting experience * Strong understanding of the technology as well as hands on experience deploying VMware NSX * Strong experience with Enterprise level VMware Virtual Desktop Infrastructure implementation and development * Extensive knowledge of Linux (RHEL, CentOS, Scientific Linux) and be able to build, configure, and maintain via Command Line Interface (CLI) * Excellent understanding of open-source frameworks, with experience deploying various open-source packages and/or application stacks into sponsor''s production landscape * ITIL Foundations Certification Education: * Bachelor''s Degree in a related discipline ( e.g. Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Network Engineering, Math). With at least 15 years of general experience of which 12 years is directly related experience, a degree is not required. Trace Systems Trace Systems Inc. was founded to support and defend our nation''s security interests at home and abroad-- whenever and wherever. We provide enterprise IT, engineering, full life-cycle communications, cybersecurity, cloud and vitalization services and solutions to the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies. To Apply: We invite you to put your talents to work by joining a growing team of dynamic professionals here at Trace Systems! Be part of a culture at our leading-edge company where you can achieve great things while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. To learn more about our current openings, text ''tracejobs'' to 97211 or apply directly through our website at: . jointracesystems COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: To protect the health and safety of its employees and to comply with customer requirements, Trace Systems may require employees in certain positions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Vaccination requirements will depend on the status of the federal contractor mandate and customer site requirements. Trace Systems is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected

Created: 2025-11-15