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IPSecure, Inc.

Virtualization Engineer III

TX · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Virtualization Engineer III - TS/SCI Clearance Required - JBSA Lackland - San Antonio, TX The ... recovery, cloud integration, and performance tuning. Preferred Qualifications * Experience ...

Summa

Hybrid Cloud Engineer- Nutanix

Katy, TX · Hybrid

Title: Senior Hybrid Cloud Engineer Location: Katy, TX (Onsite, relocation assistance provided ... Strong virtualization experience: * Nutanix (AHV, Prism) * VMware (ESXi, vCenter) * Experience with:

Nokia

Technical Support Engineer

Coppell, TX · On-site

Networking, programming, Linux, Cloud & Virtualization Certifications will be a plus. * Excelling communication skills, including advanced to fluent English. * Problem-Solving and Analytical ...

Keylent Inc

Senior Telco Cloud Solution Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$54.75 - $70.50/hr

... virtualized and cloud native RAN/CORE applications for mobile networks. • Identify and define ... RF, Engineering, Ops and Deployment Team to define automation call flows for zero-touch ...

Nokia Corp.

Technical Support Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Networking, programming, Linux, Cloud & Virtualization Certifications will be a plus. * Excelling communication skills, including advanced to fluent English. * Short-term disability, and long-term ...

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What is a cloud virtualization engineer?

A Cloud Virtualization Engineer is an IT professional who designs, implements, and manages virtualized computing environments in the cloud. They work with technologies like VMware, Hyper-V, or KVM, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud to create scalable, secure, and efficient infrastructures. Their responsibilities include configuring virtual machines, optimizing resource utilization, ensuring system security, and troubleshooting virtualization issues. These engineers also play a key role in migrating on-premises workloads to the cloud and maintaining high availability for business-critical applications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cloud virtualization engineer?

To thrive as a Cloud Virtualization Engineer, you need expertise in cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), virtualization technologies (like VMware or Hyper-V), and a strong background in networking and systems administration, usually supported by a relevant degree and industry certifications. Familiarity with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform), scripting languages, and cloud management platforms is typically required. Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills help you work effectively within cross-functional teams and resolve complex technical issues. These skills ensure reliable, scalable, and secure cloud environments that meet organizational needs.

What are some common challenges cloud virtualization engineers face when managing multi-cloud environments?

Cloud Virtualization Engineers often encounter challenges related to ensuring compatibility and seamless integration across multiple cloud platforms. Managing security protocols, monitoring performance, and optimizing resource allocation can become complex as each provider has unique tools, policies, and limitations. Effective communication with cross-functional teams is essential to address deployment issues and maintain consistent service levels. Staying up to date with evolving cloud technologies also requires continuous learning and adaptability.

What is the difference between Cloud Virtualization Engineer vs Cloud Systems Administrator?

AspectCloud Virtualization EngineerCloud Systems Administrator
CertificationsVMware, AWS, Azure certificationsCompTIA Cloud+, AWS, Azure certifications
Work EnvironmentDesigning and implementing virtualization solutions in cloud environmentsManaging and maintaining cloud infrastructure and services
Primary FocusVirtualization architecture and optimizationOperational support and system administration
Industry UsageIT, cloud service providers, enterprise ITIT departments, cloud service providers, enterprise IT

While both roles work within cloud environments, the Cloud Virtualization Engineer focuses on designing and deploying virtualization solutions, whereas the Cloud Systems Administrator manages and maintains existing cloud infrastructure. Understanding these differences helps organizations assign the right skills for their cloud needs.

Virtualization Engineer III

TX • On-site

IPSecure, Inc.
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about IPSecure, Inc.external

$80K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 4 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Virtualization Engineer III - TS/SCI Clearance Required - JBSA Lackland - San Antonio, TX
Job Description
The Virtualization Engineer III serves as the senior virtualization subject matter expert responsible for the design, implementation, administration, sustainment, and modernization of enterprise virtualization platforms supporting the Department of the Air Force's Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO) Weapon Systems. The position ensures highly available, secure, and resilient virtual infrastructure supporting 24x7 cyber operations while maintaining compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements, RMF, and DISA STIGs.
Job Responsibilities
  • Design, deploy, configure, and maintain enterprise VMware virtualization environments.
  • Administer clusters, resource pools, distributed switches, and virtual networking.
  • Manage virtual machine lifecycle including provisioning, migration, optimization, and decommissioning.
  • Support IaaS and PaaS environments.
  • Recommend architecture improvements that enhance scalability, resiliency, and performance.
  • Maintain highly available virtualization platforms.
  • Perform upgrades, lifecycle management, backup, recovery, replication, disaster recovery validation, and performance monitoring.
  • Support storage integration and capacity optimization.
  • Implement DISA STIG-compliant configurations.
  • Support RMF, A&A, vulnerability remediation, POA&M activities, and audit readiness.
  • Provide Tier III engineering support.
  • Respond to outages, support maintenance windows, COOP exercises, and mission travel.
  • Develop automation using PowerCLI, PowerShell, Python, or similar scripting tools.
  • Support Checklist-as-Code and enterprise modernization initiatives.

Basic Qualifications
Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline. Equivalent experience may be substituted.
Certification: CASP+, CCNP Security, CCSP, GCIA, GCED, GCIH, or Legacy VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
Experience:
  • Minimum of 8 years of enterprise virtualization engineering experience.
  • Experience supporting VMware enterprise environments and DoD/Federal infrastructure.
  • Experience with VMware vSphere/vCenter, ESXi, HA, DRS, vMotion, SAN/NAS storage, disaster recovery, cloud integration, and performance tuning.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience administering Windows and Linux systems supporting Department of the Air Force DCO systems or comparable 24x7 DoD mission environments.
  • Hands-on experience with Active Directory, VMware, Group Policy, enterprise patching, workstation imaging, endpoint management, backup and recovery, and PowerShell or Bash automation.
  • Demonstrated experience implementing DISA STIGs and supporting RMF, A&A, vulnerability remediation, POA&M management, privileged-access reviews, COOP testing, and audit-readiness activities.

Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Unlimited Vacation, Sick Leave, Paid Federal Holidays, Education and Certification Reimbursement Program, 401(k) retirement plan with safe harbor employer match after 3 months, Prepaid Legal Plan and Identity Protection Plan available, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance available.
EEOC Statement
IPSecure does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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