Senior LAN/WAN Engineer(Server Virtualization)

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 effective 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 is looking for an experienced Sr. LAN/WAN Engineer to support our engagement with The Social Security Administration.

What will you be doing?

The Senior LAN/WAN Engineer will be responsible for Data Virtualization Infrastructure Configuration and Support to include but not limited to the build, configuration, and support of hardware and software related to the virtualization solutions at SSA that support virtual desktops and servers. Implement new infrastructure, maintain current platforms, and provide support for problem records opened by end-users.

• Configure, implement, and support Microsoft Windows server 2016 software and higher.
• Configure, implement, and support VMware ESX 7.0 and higher. This includes configuring and managing data stores/LUNs, deploying and altering virtual machines, managing virtual center activities, and troubleshooting support issue
• Configure, implement, and support hardware relating to virtualization. This includes Dell rack mounted servers and Dell Blade servers (MX7000 series).
• Plan, test and implement firmware, BIOS and security updates in a VMware environment, on Dell (or equivalent) hardware.
• Formulate conclusions about the state of the virtualization environment using third party virtualization reporting tools such as DOME, vROPS, and VirtualCenter.
• 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 CAPRS.
• Job Shifts: Shift Times: 12AM - 8 AM Thursday - Monday or Friday - Tuesday

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Information Systems/ Engineering or related field. Advanced degree/ relevant professional certification preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience.

• Experience with Data Virtualization Infrastructure Configuration and Support
• Experience with VMware SRM, vReplicator, vROPS, VCHA, vRO, vRA and IDM architecture
• You value teamwork, demonstrate integrity and honesty, are passionate, innovative and strive for excellence

Clearance requirements:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain public trust clearance

Benefits

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 ITC community, 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 that 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 great benefits – Competitive Paid Time Off, Medic