Description
Description
SAIC is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support the US Air Force Collaborative Operations for Battlespace Resilient Architecture (COBRA) program at the US Air Forces Europe / Air Forces Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA) Warfare Center (UAWC) in Kaiserslautern, Germany.
COBRA provides for the implementation, integration, development, and delivery of Modeling and Simulation (M&S) solutions to support the US Air Force, Department of Defense, and mission partner multi-domain operations (MDO) within the Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) strategy.
Role Overview:
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In this position, you will deliver enterprise-level system administration across multiple enclaves, leveraging VCF architecture to optimize UAWC's hybrid cloud environments and enhance live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) warfighter training.
Key Responsibilities:
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Deploy, configure, and manage VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) environments to support mission-critical applications.
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Design, test, and optimize hybrid cloud solutions, integrating on-premises and cloud infrastructures.
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Implement NSX-T networking and vSphere clusters for secure, high-performance computing.
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Maintain and enhance virtualization infrastructure, leveraging VMware technologies such as vSAN, vSphere, and vRealize Suite.
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Monitor and troubleshoot cloud workloads, optimizing performance through vROps and automation tools.
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Integrate VCF with Active Directory (AD) for authentication and role-based access control (RBAC).
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Coordinate cybersecurity initiatives, deploying Assured Compliance Assessment Solutions (ACAS) to safeguard IT systems.
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Collaborate with external organizations, managing remedy tickets and resolving system issues.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
US Citizen and active Secret clearance, eligible for Top Secret / SCI.
Bachelor's and 5, or relevant years of experience in lieu of degree.
Certifications: VMware Certified Professional (VCP), Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Azure Administrator Associate, OR equivalent.
DoD 8140.01 Intermediate Certification.
Expertise in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), NSX-T, vSAN, and vSphere.
Solid understanding of Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)/Internet Protocol (IP) networks, including multicast traffic.
Strong familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) information systems and security protocols.
*Major certifications include: CASP+, CCIE, CCISO, CCSP, CFR, CISM, CISSP, CySA+, CNP, GCED, GCFA, GCIH, GCIG, JNCIE-SEC, Google Professional Cloud Engineer, M365 Enterprise Admin Associate, M365 Modern Desktop Admin Associate, Microsoft Azure Developer Associate, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, RCHA, RHCSA, VMware CP – Data Center.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience deploying Windows Active Directory domains and Microsoft Server environments.
Experience with TTC/Grey Network design, testing, administration, and troubleshooting.
Hands-on experience with server/storage hardware platforms Cisco Unified Computing System servers and hyperconverged infrastructure.
Knowledge of SolarWinds monitoring tools for system performance optimization.
Understanding of Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) and High-Level Architecture (HLA) frameworks for M&S training.
Ability to automate tasks using Perl, Python, and PowerShell scripting.
Join us at SAIC and shape the future of advanced military training through next-generation cloud technologies. Apply today and be part of a team that enables mission success through cutting-edge virtualization and cloud computing.
EXPECTED SALARY RANGE
Highly dependent on candidate qualifications.
• $100,000 - $145,000
Additional Benefits:
Dependent on personal eligibility and/or meeting length of employment requirements.
Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) Individual Logistics Support, including:
German tax exemption.
Base Exchange and Commissary privileges.
Motor vehicle registration.
Access to VAT-free vehicle fuel.
Armed Forces Post Office (APO) mailbox.
Reimbursement for minor dependent education at the duty location and access of DoD Education Activities (DoDEA) school system on a space-available basis.
Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) at the Group 3 rate.
Relocation to/from German.
Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (Federal income tax exclusion (Federal income tax exclusion).
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