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Job Description
Join a Team that's Shaping the Future of IT Support
At BAE Systems, we're passionate about delivering innovative IT solutions that enable our customers to achieve their missions. As a Principal Virtual Server Administrator, you'll play a critical role in providing exceptional IT support to the customer. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, teamwork, and customer satisfaction. If you're a motivated and skilled IT professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.
As a Principal Virtual Server Administrator, you'll proactively manage and monitor virtual servers to ensure seamless operation, applying patches and updates to maintain security and performance. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include managing virtual server operations, recommending and deploying patches and updates, and conducting routine maintenance and performance tuning.
By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a talented team, and make a significant impact on the customer's operations. You'll be expected to collaborate with cross-functional teams to support disaster recovery, high-availability configurations, and change management processes. If you're a motivated and skilled IT professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.
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The successful candidate must be located within 50 miles of Vicksburg, MS.
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- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 6+ years of experience in virtual server administration, with hands-on expertise in proactive monitoring, patching, and optimization in government or large enterprise environments
- Proven track record managing VMware, Hyper-V, or equivalent virtualization platforms for high-stakes operations
- Active DoD Secret Clearance (must be current and transferable)
- Strong knowledge of federal IT standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, FISMA) and ITIL practices for service operations
- Proficiency in virtualization tools (e.g., vSphere, Hyper-V Manager) and monitoring solutions (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios)
- Excellent troubleshooting skills for complex virtual environments under pressure
- Applies extensive expertise, and has full knowledge of other related disciplines, with the ability to exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment
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About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
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Preferred Skills and Education
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification
- Experience supporting DoD or large federal virtualized infrastructures, including hybrid cloud integrations (e.g., Azure Stack HCI)
- ITIL 4 Foundation or higher certification, with focus on infrastructure management
- Background in automation scripting (e.g., PowerCLI, PowerShell) for patch deployment and monitoring
- Master's degree in a relevant field or additional certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+)
