Maintain and optimize VMware virtualization infrastructure supporting mission-critical DoD operations at Fort Huachuca. Design, deploy, and troubleshoot complex virtual environments while ensuring security compliance and minimal downtime.
What you'll do
- Design, deploy, and maintain VMware ESXi hosts, vCenter Server, and virtual machines across multiple command sites
- Monitor and optimize virtual infrastructure performance, resource utilization, and system availability
- Troubleshoot complex VMware-related issues including performance bottlenecks and connectivity problems to minimize downtime
- Implement and manage comprehensive backup and disaster recovery solutions while ensuring DoD STIG compliance
- Develop detailed technical documentation for virtualization architecture, configurations, and operational procedures
- Collaborate with IT teams and third-party vendors to design integrated infrastructure solutions and resolve advanced technical issues
- Mentor junior administrators and evaluate new VMware technologies to enhance system performance
Mission
This role supports the Global Command Center (GCC) at Fort Huachuca, Arizona, providing essential virtualization infrastructure for Army mission-critical operations. The position directly impacts operational stability and security posture across multiple sites.
Required skills
- VMware ESXi administration
- vCenter Server management
- Virtual machine deployment and maintenance
- VMware networking (distributed switches, VLANs)
- Backup and disaster recovery solutions
- DoD security policies and STIGs compliance
- Systems troubleshooting and performance optimization
- Infrastructure documentation
- Vendor collaboration and escalation management