Senior PaaS Cutter System Engineer / Administrator

GovCIO is currently hiring for aSeniorPaaS Cutter System Engineer / Administratorspecializing in Windows Server and MicrosoftHyper Vsupport, to provideday to dayengineering and operational administration for amission criticalU.S. Coast Guard program.This position willbe located in Alexandria, VA and will be hybrid remote.Theideal candidate will havehandsonexperience engineering and managing physicalHyperVserver infrastructure while supporting both shoreside and cutter environments across UNCLAS and SIPR networks. This role includes handlingsenior levelescalated troubleshooting, performing system engineering, server imaging, configuration, and platform sustainment, collaborating with multiple engineering teams, and ensuring the reliability, availability, security, and lifecycle support of the operational environment.Engineer, implement, and resolve escalated tickets for physicalHyper-Vservers running Windows Server 2012 R2, 2016, and 2019.Serve as the PaaS Cutter System Administrator, responsible for platform service availability, configuration control, and lifecycle sustainment in cutter environments.Providesenior leveloperational and engineering support for server images and platform builds, including testing, validation, security hardening, and quarterly patch captures.Coordinate with Dell and other enterprise hardware vendors for warranty service, diagnostics,componentreplacement, and lifecycle planning.Maintain and engineer Windows Deployment Services (WDS) to supportPXEbasedserverand platform deployments.Collaborate with Engineering, ICO, Collaboration, Security, Commvault, Patch Management, and Vulnerability Management teams to support system performance and security posture.Support U.S. Coast Guard cutter modernization initiatives, including server recapitalization, OS upgrades, and platform refresh efforts.Assistinmaintainingshoreside physicalHyper-Vservers, including sustainment, lifecycle, and modernization activities.Ensure compliance with DoD and U.S. Coast Guard security requirements, STIGs, and operational directives.Document engineering designs, configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and operational processes.Generate and analyze system health, performance, availability, and capacity reports asrequired.High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience)Required Skills and ExperienceCertifications: DoD 8570 IAT Level II (e.g., Security+ CE,CySA+)Windows Server Engineering: Experience supporting Windows Server 2012 R2, 2016, and 2019 inmission criticalenterprise environments.MicrosoftHyper-V: Handson experience engineering and administering physicalHyperVhost infrastructure.PaaS Administration: Experience supporting Platform as aService (PaaS) environments, including configuration control and lifecycle management.Hardware Management: Experience working with enterprise server hardware, vendor coordination, diagnostics, andcomponentreplacement.Server Imaging:Proficiencywith server image management, patching workflows, WDS, andPXEbaseddeployments.Network Environments: Experienceoperatingwithin UNCLAS and SIPR environments.Troubleshooting: Ability to diagnose and resolve complex hardware, virtualization, andOSlevelissues.Documentation: Ability to produce clear, detailed technical and engineering documentation.Clearance Required: Must have an active Secret clearance Preferred Skills and ExperienceExperience supporting DoD or U.S. Coast Guard cutter environmentsExperience performing cutter system administration in degraded, disconnected, orlimited bandwidthconditionsExperience supporting server recapitalization, modernization, and operatingsystemupgrade effortsUnderstanding of PaaS, IaaS, and hybrid infrastructure models in operational environmentsFamiliarity with Commvault, vulnerability management tools, and patch management workflowsAbility to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and operations teamsStrong communicationskills for briefing technical and nontechnical stakeholders. #JP #USCG #DICEGovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?What You Can ExpectInterview & Hiring ProcessIf you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you canexpect:During the Interview ProcessVirtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or teamCamera must be onA valid photo ID must be presented during each interviewDuring the Hiring ProcessEnhanced Biometrics ID verification screeningBackground check, to include:Criminal history (past 7 years)Verification of your highest level of educationVerification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your applicationEmployee PerksAt GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Corporate DiscountsLearning & Development platform, to include certification preparation contentTraining, Education and Certification Assistance*Referral Bonus ProgramInternal Mobility ProgramPet InsuranceFlexible Work Environment*Available to full-time employeesOur employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.Posted Pay RangeThe posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.USD $105,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.

Created: 2026-02-04