Virtualization Systems Administrator

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Annapolis Junction, MDColorado Springs, COWashington, DCMacDill AFB, FLSpringfield, VA
Salary
$147,292–$199,278 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Nearby
99+ roles within 25 mi

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Similar $163k
This role $173k
$110k most similar roles pay here $209k

This role pays more than 60% of similar roles. Most pay $130,702–$196,187 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $173k versus about $163k for comparable roles.

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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

General Dynamics currently has 439 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $112,924–$149,500 across 366 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Virtualization Systems Administrator

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As a Virtualization Systems Administrator at GDIT, you will join the Cybersecurity and Information Services (CIS) team to ensure the stability, security, and high availability of enterprise virtual server platforms across multiple networks. Your daily tasks include managing and optimizing virtualized compute resources on Windows and Linux systems, implementing secure configuration baselines, and executing timely patching and security updates using automated tools. You will collaborate with cybersecurity, networking, and operations teams to design new virtual infrastructure solutions and maintain documentation for audit readiness. The role requires hands-on experience with VMware or Hyper-V in an enterprise environment, along with strong knowledge of Windows and Linux server administration and compliance practices.

Skills

Linux Windows VMware Hyper-V Patch Management Vulnerability Remediation System Hardening Compliance Reporting CI/CD STIG Docker Kubernetes Terraform Ansible PostgreSQL MSSQL Python Go

What you'll do

  • Administer, maintain, and optimize virtualized server environments across Windows and Linux platforms.
  • Monitor health and performance of virtual compute resources to enhance efficiency and resilience.
  • Implement secure configuration baselines and system hardening for all managed virtual servers.
  • Execute timely patching and security updates using automated deployment technologies.
  • Design and maintain standardized virtual machine templates and configurations for consistent deployments.

What we're looking for

  • US citizenship and TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required.
  • Bachelor's degree in IT or equivalent experience.
  • Hands-on experience administering VMware, Hyper-V, or similar platforms.
  • Working knowledge of Windows and Linux server administration.
  • Experience in patch management, vulnerability remediation, and compliance.
  • Strong analytical, documentation, and cross-team communication skills.
  • Meet DoD 8140 Information Assurance Workforce certification requirements.

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