Infrastructure Management and Virtualization Specialist

Founded in 2003, IT Concepts’ core values – customer-centricity, teamwork, driven to deliver, innovation, and integrity – ensure we work together to be the best, realize objectives, and make a positive impact in our communities. We intentionally created and sustain our ITC culture that embraces change, experimentation, continuous learning, and improvement. We bring our design thinking problem-solving approach that challenges assumptions, prioritizes curiosity, and invites complexity to deliver innovative, efficient, and practical solutions. As we continue to grow in the support of our government customers, we are looking for driven and innovative individuals to join our team.

IT Concepts, Inc. (ITC) is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Management and Virtualization Specialist to support our customer in the Infrastructure Management & Virtualization Branch. The Infrastructure Management & Virtualization Branch (IMVB) is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our customer’s Data Center Virtualization Infrastructure (DCVI), which is located in all four of the customer’s service delivery points (SDPs) across the country. Additionally, IMVB also manages the infrastructure that supports the customer’s virtual desktop infrastructures (VDI), various lab infrastructures, and the regional Office infrastructures. These platforms are the foundation for thousands of virtual servers and desktops that handle much of the customer’s critical workload.

Responsibilities:

·        Configure, implement, and support Microsoft Windows Server 2022, Windows 11 Workstations and applications.

·        Configure, implement, and support software such as VMware SRM, vReplicator, DOME, vROPS, VCHA, vRO, vRA/Aria and SSO architecture (including the web client).

·        Formulate conclusions about the state of the virtualization environment using third party virtualization reporting tools such as DOME, vROPS, VCHA, vRO, vRA/Aria and VirtualCenter.

·        Administration of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.4 and higher.

·        Red Hat Linux Satellite Server Management.

·        Develop and participate in multi factor authentication (MFA) for vCenter.

·        Participates and possess knowledge the new technology virtual cloud foundation (VCF)

·        Managing vCenter certificates.

·        Migrating virtual servers to DCVI (consolidation)

·        Configure, implement, and support Microsoft Windows Server 2022 and Windows 11 Workstations and software.

·        Install, configure, and manage Microsoft SQL 2019 (or higher) Standard and/or Enterprise as well as PostgreSQL. SQL Express is not considered a full Standard or Enterprise version.

·        Use the designated AD monitoring solution, OpsMan, to devise, test, implement, and maintain preventive maintenance

·        Troubleshoot Windows Server 202, Windows 11 and software and hardware issues related to the operation of the SSA’s MECM infrastructure servers.

·        Troubleshoot ESXi 7.x and higher hypervisor, VMware software and Dell Blade and Rackmount server and chassis hardware issues related to the operation of the SSA’s infrastructure servers.

·        Troubleshoot Windows 11 Desktop (VDI), Server 2022, software and hardware issues related to the operation of the SSA’s OpsMan infrastructure servers.

Hours: 6 pm - 2:30 am shift

• Must be able to work a 6pm – 2:30am shift
• Must have 10 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree
• Possess knowledge of networking concepts from the physical layer through the operating system layer.
• Possess knowledge of technologies and architectures that aid in the failover and disaster recovery of workloads and/or virtual servers/desktops.
• Possess knowledge of methodologies and architecture that support the backing up and restoration of data, servers, and desktops in a virtual environment.
• Participate in problem management reporting, resolution, and documentation in ServiceNow.

Required Skills:

•     VMware

•     SharePoint

•     Splunk

•     System Center Operation Manager

•     Active Directory

•     SRM

•     vROPS,  vRO, vRA Cloud Automation,

·        VMware Aria Suite and PowerCLi

•     SQL

•     Linux

Clearance Requirements:

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts who pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015) and two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC).

Industry Recognition

Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. 

We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development.  Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or engage in other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes a commitment to continuous professional development. 

We work hard, we play hard. ITC is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We appreciate your commitment to building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

AAEO & VEVRAA

ITC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and a VEVRAA (Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act) Federal Contractor. As such, any personnel decisions (hire, promotion, job status, etc.) on applicants and employees are based on merit, qualifications, competence, and business needs, not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information of the employee or family member of the employee, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state or local law.

ITC is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, ITC has established an affirmative action plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

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Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email careers@useitc.com.