Virtualization Systems Engineer (SECRET Clearance)

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**Description:**
**What We’re Doing**
At Lockheed Martin, our Command and Control, Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC) National Team (C2NT) is pioneering the development and integration of cutting-edge technologies to advance the Missile Defense System, safeguarding the United States and its allies.

Our collaborative and agile organization operates in a fast-paced environment, driving innovation through tasks such as sensor/weapon integration, algorithm development, user interface development, automated testing, cyber security, enterprise/infrastructure services, and enhancing leading-edge missile defense technologies.
**The Work**
As a Virtualization Systems Engineer, you will design, implement, and manage virtualized infrastructure solutions to support the C2BMC program.

You will be responsible for designing and deploying virtualization architectures using VMware vCenter and vSphere, configuring and managing ESX servers, virtual machines, and virtual networks, and troubleshooting and resolving virtualization-related issues.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of virtualized systems with other infrastructure components, and develop and maintain documentation of virtualization systems.

Additionally, you will participate in the development and implementation of virtualization standards, best practices, and security policies, and travel to remote locations as needed to lead and perform virtualization installations, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
**Who We Are**
As leader of the C2BMC (https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/products/command-control-battle-management-communications-c2bmc.html) team, Lockheed Martin directs a partnership of highly responsive industry leaders developing and fielding the backbone of America’s missile defense.

Together, this national team supports the design, development, test, integration and fielding of hardware and software elements that enable the Missile Defense System (MDS) to function effectively and continually.

You will also have the opportunity to interface with our key customers in the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) (https://www.mda.mil/) .
C2BMC|Lockheed Martin (https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/products/command-control-battle-management-communications-c2bmc.html)
**Who You Are**
You are a seasoned Virtualization Systems Engineer with a strong background in virtualization design, development, and testing methodologies.

You have experience with VMware, ESX servers, NetApp NAS/SAN, Windows servers, SQL servers, and networks.

You are an effective communicator with excellent writing and presentation skills using Microsoft PowerPoint and Visio drawing tools.
**Why Join Us**
-Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
-Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here! (https://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/working-here#benefits)
**Basic Qualifications:**
• A final Secret Clearance is required
• 8570 Compliant Certification such as Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA, etc.
• VMware Certified Technical Associate - Data Center Virtualization (VCTA) or VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization (VCP)
• Experience with VMware (vCenter), ESX servers, NetApp NAS/SAN, Windows servers, and SQL servers
• In-depth understanding of the OSI Model, TCP/IP, routing protocols, network traffic analysis, diagnostic and troubleshooting experience
**Desired Skills:**
• Top Secret Clearance is a plus
• Authentication & encryption methods/capabilities (ACS, Active Directory, GEM-X)
• Prior C2BMC experience
• Experience using the Agile Framework or experience applying Agile fundamentals in engineer-focused work
• Understanding of standard DOD security practices such as STIG compliance and system accreditation implementation efforts
**Security Clearance Statement:** This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
**Clearance Level:** Secret
**Other Important Information You Should Know**
**Expression of Interest:** By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match.

Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
**Ability to Work Remotely:** Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
**Work Schedules:** Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees.

Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed.

These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
**Schedule for this Position:** 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
**Pay Rate:** The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $85,500 - $150,765.

For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.

Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

**Benefits offered:** Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays.

Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays.

PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

This position is incentive plan eligible.
**Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.**
**The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.**
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility.

Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
**Experience Level:** Experienced Professional
**Business Unit:** RMS
**Relocation Available:** Possible
**Career Area:** Information Technology
**Type:** Full-Time
**Shift:** First

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