Nutanix/VMware/Server Engineer - IT System Administration-Senior/Specialist
State of WashingtonAbout the role
Posting number: 2026-005
Department: Dept. of Revenue
Division: Information Services
Job classification: IT SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION - SENIOR/SPECIALIST
Posting type: Open
Categories: IT and Computers
Summary
Are you looking for a meaningful leadership role with stability, balance, and impact?
The Washington State Department of Revenue (DOR) is seeking an experienced Lead System Administrator to provide operational leadership for our enterprise virtualization platforms. This role supports the Compute & Storage Architect and plays a key part in DOR’s transition from VMware to Nutanix AHV, increased automation, and ongoing journey to the cloud.
While public-sector compensation may differ from private industry, this position offers something many private roles do not: predictable hours, flexible remote work, long-term stability, and the chance to support systems that serve the entire state of Washington.
Revenue is a dynamic learning organization where you will experience a remarkable work-life balance, with amazing leadership and talented co-workers ready and focused to achieve the agency's goals. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences. We employ and serve people of all backgrounds including people of color, immigrants, refugees, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and veterans. This unique culture of respect promotes a professional family of cohesive groups maximizing potential through opportunity. We offer a generous benefits package that includes defined benefit retirement plans; health, dental and vision coverage, deferred compensation plans, and as a public service employee, you may also be eligible for student loan forgiveness.
Visit these links to watch our recruitment video to find out more about our agency and see what our employees say about why Revenue is a great place to work.
Candidate screening will begin as early as March 9, 2026, and the hiring authority may exercise the option to make a hiring decision at any time after. It will be to the applicant's advantage to submit materials as soon as possible.
Examples of duties
As the operational lead, you will:
- Operate and support Nutanix HCI (AHV) and existing VMware vSphere hardware and software platforms.
- Support and participate in VMware-to-AHV migration efforts.
- Execute architectural standards and designs in conjunction with the Compute & Storage Architect.
- Lead day-to-day system administration, monitoring, patching, upgrades,
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