COLSA Corporation is seeking an experienced and motivated Systems Analyst to support Virtualization and Cloud Platform efforts on our Army Aviation and Missile Center (AvMC) Enterprise Information Technology Support Services (EITSS) contract. The ideal candidate will possess demonstrated experience in VMware vSphere, vRealize Suite, ESXi, Windows Server, Linux, DoD STIGs, and networking. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure in a high-security, Department of Defense (DoD) environment. You will work closely with Senior Systems Analysts and other members of the Information Technology (IT) team to ensure all systems and applications are running efficiently and effectively, meeting the DoD's standards for performance, security, and compliance.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)

• Manage and maintain the VMware vSphere infrastructure, including vCenter, ESXi hosts, vSAN, and NSX-T.
• Administer and configure vRealize Suite components, including vRealize Operations Manager, vRealize Log Insight, and vRealize Life Cycle Manager.
• Manage and configure VMware Cloud Director environments.
• Create and manage virtual data centers and deploy virtual machines.
• Administer Windows and Linux systems, including installation, configuration, and maintenance of applications and services as they relate to the infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and other security standards and guidelines.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Perform system backups and disaster recovery operations.
• Provide technical support to other Project/System Administrators.
• Participate in project planning and execution.

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here. 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in related field (Computer Science, Information Technology, etv.) or equivalent experience 
• Minimum of 5 years of work-related experience
• Administration experience with VMware vSphere, ESXi, Windows Server, Linux, and DoD STIGs is highly required
• Experience with DoD security requirements and regulations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Current CompTIA Security+ CE
• Working knowledge of desktop applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs
• U.S. Citizenship required; Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Clearance highly preferred
• Self-starter, driven, and results-oriented professional with excellent collaboration skills is highly preferred

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.