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Expert Systems Architect (Storage)

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Herndon, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026

Job Description

BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the government, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world.

At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.

We are looking for experienced System Architects to join our technology-based program supporting a key government customer. This program will deliver engineering services for network infrastructure as well as sophisticated enterprise computing infrastructure including end-point devices, data center hosted servers, multi-Cloud services as well as virtualized applications, and storage systems. Enterprise Computing Engineering services include modern application technology including containerized solutions with orchestrated workflow that function both on customer premise, and via remote Cloud services. Network infrastructure engineering services are comprised of core infrastructure, voice and video engineering, field engineering, application management and development for networks, network analytics, firewalls, network access controls and bandwidth service delivery. This is a fast paced, challenging, and career rewarding experience to recruit and develop provide top talent and solutions on one of the most complex and high-profile programs within the government.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Must have Bachelors degree and 11 years of relevant experience.
We are looking for an Expert Systems Architect with a background utilizing the following:

  • Experience with VMware’s Virtualization platforms, including ESX/ESXi, Virtual Center and Virtual Center Upgrade Manager
  • Experience with Storage and Virtualization infrastructure, including SAN/NAS storage, virtualization hosts, and virtual machines
  • Strong knowledge of storage and virtualization architectures, including design, implementation and management
  • Experience developing and implementing storage and virtualization automation and orchestration scripts and tool

Duties to Include but not limited to:
  • Implement and manage VMware’s virtualization platforms, including ESX/ESXi, Virtual Center and Virtual Center Upgrade Manager
  • Design, implement and manage storage and virtualization infrastructure, including SAN/NAS storage, virtualization hosts, and virtual machines
  • Collaborate with development teams to ensure storage and virtualization compatibility and optimize application performance
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in storage and virtualization environments
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation for storage and virtualization infrastructure
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to storage and virtualization, including performance, capacity and connectivity issues
  • Collaborate with other teams to ensure seamless integration of storage and virtualization systems with other technologies and platforms
  • Ensure storage and virtualization systems are configured to meet security and compliance requirements
  • Additional duties, as assigned.


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Certification in storage or virtualization technologies (e.g. VCP or VCIX Professional)
  • Experience with data protection and business continuity technologies such as backup and disaster recovery
  • Experience with Cloud storage and virtualization platform such as AWS, MS Azure, Oracle or Google Cloud


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $149,603 - $254,317

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