What are the responsibilities and job description for the VMware System Administrator position at 22nd Century Technologies Inc.?
Job Summary:
- We are seeking an experienced VMware Systems Administrator to support a secure enterprise virtualization environment at NDU.
- The role involves administering vSphere/ESXi infrastructure, keeping systems patched and hardened to DISA STIG standards, and supporting backup and disaster recovery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer and maintain VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter environments, including HA, DRS, vMotion, storage, and networking
- Perform ESXi and vCenter patching and upgrades using Lifecycle Manager
- Provision and manage virtual machines, templates, and capacity planning
- Implement and maintain DISA STIG hardening and compliance for ESXi, vCenter, and VMs
- Support backup, replication, and disaster recovery operations
- Automate routine tasks using PowerShell/PowerCLI
- Troubleshoot and coordinate with Windows Server and application teams
- Maintain documentation and meet security and compliance requirements
Required Qualifications:
- 5 years of experience in Systems Administration or Engineering, with hands-on VMware experience
- Strong knowledge of vSphere/ESXi/vCenter administration
- Experience with DISA STIGs and system hardening
- Experience with PowerShell/PowerCLI scripting
- Active Secret clearance
- CompTIA Security CE (IAT Level II) and a Computing Environment certification, both current
Preferred Qualifications:
- VMware VCP-DCV or VCAP-DCV
- Experience with vSAN, NSX, or Veeam
- Windows Server and Active Directory experience
- Experience in a DoD or federal environment
Clearance Required: Active Secret Clearance
Certification: CompTIA Security and Computing Certification