Reston, VA, USA
37 days ago
Virtualization Engineer

Job Family:

Cyber Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 25%


Clearance Required:

Active Top Secret SCI (TS/SCI)

What You Will Do:
Guidehouse has an opportunity for an experienced TS/SCI cleared Virtualization Engineer to join our team in Reston, VA .In this role you will be responsible for designing, implement, and manage Linux virtual machines in a lab environment, within the Intelligence Community Integrated Environment (IC IE).

Responsibilities include:

design, implement, and manage Linux virtual machines in a lab environment,

Participate in the planning of infrastructure on premises in VMWare, but potentially in the cloud, suggesting strategies based on new and emerging technologies,

Take ownership of issues, collaborating with other teams and third-party providers to resolve issues in a timely manner,

Perform routine system maintenance and resolve server-side issues as they arise.

Manage full system lifecycle including configuration and code deployment in test environment,

Document system configurations, processes, and procedures, as well as maintain and update existing documentation as needed,

Mentor other team members in Linux best practices, providing guidance and support when necessary.


What You Will Need:

CURRENT and ACTIVE TOP SECRET / SCI federal security Clearance. MUST obtain and maintain a COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI) polygraph

TWELVE (12) or more years of LINUX experience or, equivalent combination of experience, training and certifications.

Bachelor’s Degree

Current DoD 8570 IAT III level certification (i.e. CISSP, CISA, CASP etc..) or the ability to acquire one within a 6-month grace period

Knowledge of Linux distributions such as Red Hat, CentOS, or Debian,


What Would Be Nice To Have:

CURRENT and ACTIVE Top Secret (TS) / SCI Clearance with COUNTER INTELLIGENCE (CI) Polygraph

Familiar with and have some ability to script in Bash, Python, or Perl,

Have an understanding and some experience with system monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, Prometheus), management tools (e.g., Puppet, Chef), and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Understanding of networking, storage, and virtualization technologies,

Troubleshooting skills and a strong understanding of system security best practices like applying STIG(s) or Security Templates.

Certifications relevant to Linux or cloud technologies, such as Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), or Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA),

Knowledge and experience with Linux virtual machines in a VMWare environment,

Knowledge and experience with Kickstart and automating Linux installations,

Experience operating in a team environment, collaborating in Agile practices, and operating in Sprints or following Scrum/Kanban management processes.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.


Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.


If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.


Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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