Job Description
Virtualization Engineer We are seeking an experienced
Virtualization Engineer to support a globally distributed, hyperconverged private cloud hosting environment designed for enterprise and tactical applications. This environment leverages VMware technologies to deliver a secure, scalable, and resilient Software Defined Data Center (SDDC) architecture across multiple sites worldwide.
The solution currently utilizes VMware products such as
ESXi, vSAN, NSX, vCloud Foundation, and Aria Automation to enable advanced virtualization and automation capabilities.
Key Responsibilities - Collaborate with engineering teams to design, implement, and maintain virtualization architecture for a multi-tenant private cloud environment.
- Develop, deploy, and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for VMware product deployment and lifecycle management.
- Support application onboarding by provisioning virtualized environments using automation tools.
- Perform daily administration of VMware components, including patching, upgrades, and configuration management.
- Monitor resource utilization and proactively identify capacity requirements.
- Implement hardening measures for VMware products aligned with industry best practices and cybersecurity compliance standards.
- Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis for complex virtualization issues.
- Create and maintain detailed documentation, including system diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures.
- Provide on-call support for after-hours production incidents.
- Recommend improvements to enhance security, scalability, and performance across virtualization, storage, and compute layers.
Required Qualifications - Senior-level experience with VMware technologies: ESXi, vSAN, NSX, vCloud Foundation, Aria Automation .
- Strong automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) skills.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
- Strong troubleshooting skills across the full technology stack: network, storage, server, and applications.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Desired Skills - Knowledge of DoD STIGs and vulnerability management processes.
- Hands-on experience with container platforms and orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).
- Understanding of Kubernetes networking (CNI) and storage (CSI).
- Familiarity with Helm charts, container image management, and GitOps tools (Argo CD, Flux).
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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