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VMWare Systems Administrator – Top SecretSCI | Quantico, VA
Job Location:
Job Location:
Quantico, VA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 77000 - 143000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
14 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
VMWare Systems Administrator Top Secret/SCI Quantico VA
Cambridge International Systems Inc.
Join a dynamic global team united by shared values: commitment integrity and perseverance. At Cambridge youll work alongside top talent worldwide tackling some of todays most complex and critical challenges in defense and security.
We are currently seeking a VMWare Systems Administrator to support operations in Quantico VA. This is a full-time CONUS position requiring an active DoD Top Secret/SCI.
The base salary range for this role is $77000 to $143000 annually depending on geographic location and experience. The final offer will be based on relevant experience skills internal equity and market data.
What Youll Do
As a VMWare Systems Administrator you will play a critical role in Quantico VA that serve U.S. government missions oversees. This role falls under Virtual Systems Administrator in our ERI compensation structure. You will:
Specialize in designing implementing securing and maintaining enterprise-grade virtualized infrastructures. This role requires broad expertise across VMware technologies as well as Windows-based enterprise services to ensure stable secure and highly available environments.
Virtualization & Infrastructure Management
Required Qualifications:
Preferred (Nice to Have):
Background & Security
We believe in investing in our teamboth professionally and personally:
If youre driven by mission technology and teamworkwe want to hear from you. Cambridge is growing and this position is just one of many opportunities on our global team. Know someone perfect for the role Referrals are welcomeboth employees and non-employees may qualify for a bonus.
Apply today and help shape the future of secure cloud computing for national security.
About Cambridge International Systems
At Cambridge we recognize innovation and agility grow through teamwork. By working collaboratively listening proactively and engaging across functions we create solutions that build on the best ideas our employees bring to the table. We are committed to one another to persevere in order to get the job done and to do so with integrity every time. Learn more at .
We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to any protected status under applicable law or other similar factors that are not job-related. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. Selected applicants may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with federal state and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position please contact our Recruiting Team at emailprotected.
Cambridge International Systems Inc.
Join a dynamic global team united by shared values: commitment integrity and perseverance. At Cambridge youll work alongside top talent worldwide tackling some of todays most complex and critical challenges in defense and security.
We are currently seeking a VMWare Systems Administrator to support operations in Quantico VA. This is a full-time CONUS position requiring an active DoD Top Secret/SCI.
The base salary range for this role is $77000 to $143000 annually depending on geographic location and experience. The final offer will be based on relevant experience skills internal equity and market data.
What Youll Do
As a VMWare Systems Administrator you will play a critical role in Quantico VA that serve U.S. government missions oversees. This role falls under Virtual Systems Administrator in our ERI compensation structure. You will:
Specialize in designing implementing securing and maintaining enterprise-grade virtualized infrastructures. This role requires broad expertise across VMware technologies as well as Windows-based enterprise services to ensure stable secure and highly available environments.
Virtualization & Infrastructure Management
- Manage optimize and maintain VMware vSphere environments including ESXi hosts vCenter Server resource management and distributed switching.
- Administer and troubleshoot clustered architectures leveraging vSAN vMotion Storage vMotion DRS and HA to ensure uninterrupted service availability.
- Monitor and support shared storage platforms (vSAN iSCSI NFS FC) and understand their role in VM mobility and host clustering.
- Support virtualized Windows Server workloads including Active Directory DNS DHCP Group Policy LDAP and PKI/Certificate Services.
- Ensure seamless integration between VMware infrastructure and Windows-based identity authentication and certificate components.
- Implement maintain and validate STIG-compliantbaselines for ESXi hosts vCenter and Windows Server systems.
- Utilize VMware Security Configuration Guides DoD STIGs CIS Benchmarks STIG Viewer and PowerCLI to maintain hardened configurations.
- Perform routine audits and remediation to ensure compliance with organizational and federal security requirements.
- Design and deploy virtual infrastructure solutionsincluding clusters shared storage networking and lifecycle managementfollowing best practices for performance and security.
- Develop templates golden images and standard operating procedures to support consistent VM deployments and secure configurations.
- Collaborate with systems network and cyber engineers to deliver and maintain reliable secure enterprise environments.
- Troubleshoot complex virtualization and Windows-based issues.
- Administers designs implements supports and maintains operations for an organizations VMware environment infrastructure.
- Oversees performance tuning and monitors performance of server systems including uptime failover anti-viral and anti-spamming.
- Sets up and maintains fault tolerances and monitors and manages accounts.
Required Qualifications:
- Education & Experience:
- Bachelors s degree in Information Technology Computer Science Systems Engineering or related field with 5 years of relevant experience required; 7 years may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
- Technical Expertise:
- Strong proficiency with VMWare vSphere vSAN vMotion HA/DRSand enterprise virtualization management.
- Hands-on experience managing Windows Server enterprise environments including AD DNS PKI Group Policy and LDAP-backed authentication.
- Familiarity with networking concepts (VLANs routing distributed switching firewall rules) and storage architectures.
- Experience applying STIGs CIS Benchmarks or other hardening frameworks to both VMWare and Windows systems.
- Certifications:
- VMWare Certified Professional (VCP) required; VMWare Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) preferred.
- Windows certifications (e.g. MCSA/MCSE or equivalent)
- Required Clearance Level:
- Must have a current and active DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
- Proficient with modern IT tools and infrastructure technologies
Preferred (Nice to Have):
- Experience with scripting or automation tools (PowerCLI PowerShell Python).
- Strong analytical troubleshooting documentation and communication skills.
- Up to 10% travel; some overnight stays possible.
- Periods of prolonged sitting and/or standing including desk-based computer work.
- Travel between work locations including company offices customer sites and government installations.
- Occasional extended work hours including evenings or weekends as needed.
- Transport and use of work equipment such as laptops and job-related tools during site visits.
- Work is performed in a secure facility where personal electronic devices (including Bluetooth- or Wi-Fi-enabled devices) may be restricted.
- Communication with team members customers and stakeholders through verbal and written methods.
- Ability to manage competing priorities work under deadlines andmaintainattention to detail.
- Interaction with others in dynamic environments including situations requiring problem-solving and conflict resolution.
- Compliance with vaccination and medical requirements for TDY/OCONUS roles as perVaccine Recommendations by AOR .
Background & Security
- Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation
- Alcohol and Drug screening may be required for federal contract compliance
We believe in investing in our teamboth professionally and personally:
- Medical dental vision life accident and critical illness insurance
- 401(k) immediate vesting and match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Generous tuition & training support
- Relocation assistance
- Sign-on and performance-based bonuses
- Employee referral program
- Access to Tickets at Work EAP wellness initiatives and more
If youre driven by mission technology and teamworkwe want to hear from you. Cambridge is growing and this position is just one of many opportunities on our global team. Know someone perfect for the role Referrals are welcomeboth employees and non-employees may qualify for a bonus.
Apply today and help shape the future of secure cloud computing for national security.
About Cambridge International Systems
At Cambridge we recognize innovation and agility grow through teamwork. By working collaboratively listening proactively and engaging across functions we create solutions that build on the best ideas our employees bring to the table. We are committed to one another to persevere in order to get the job done and to do so with integrity every time. Learn more at .
We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to any protected status under applicable law or other similar factors that are not job-related. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. Selected applicants may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with federal state and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position please contact our Recruiting Team at emailprotected.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
For more than 25 years, Cambridge has been fighting bad actors in both the cyber and physical worlds. We have worked in some of the most challenging domains imaginable including critical infrastructure, illicit trafficking, border security, flight mission assurance, banking and threat ... View more
