System Administrator (VMware)

System Administrator (VMware)

Client Description : Our client is a government contractor specializing in IT infrastructure management and support. They are seeking a skilled Virtualized Microsoft Environment Administrator to manage and operate a virtualized Microsoft environment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for government clients.

Location: Quantico, VA

Clearance: Active Top Secret or higher

Pay: $55 - $60 an hour W2

This position is a contract-to-hire opportunity, where applicants must be willing and able to work on a W2 basis and convert to full-time employment following the contract duration. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package for W2 consultants, which includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, a 401k plan with company matching, and life insurance.

• Manage and operate a virtualized Microsoft environment, ensuring system stability and performance.
• Perform daily system checks and review events reflected in various management tools.
• Conduct server patch management to maintain system security and functionality.
• Notify government representatives of any issues affecting the performance of the operating environment.
• Conduct system audit reviews and perform maintenance functions to ensure system health.
• Coordinate with other work centers and personnel to resolve incidents or events related to systems and supporting infrastructure.
• Adhere to change control standards and procedures, and utilize problem resolution and troubleshooting techniques.
• Use remote server management tools effectively.

• Must have at least 3 years of experience.
• Experience with Active Directory (AD), clustering, Domain Name System (DNS), and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).
• Proven experience in managing and operating virtualized Microsoft environments.
• Must hold an active Secret or Top-Secret Clearance.

Education Requirements:

• A relevant degree or equivalent experience in IT or a related field is preferred.

Certifications:

• Must possess VMware Certified Associate (VCA) certification.
• Must obtain VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification within 6 months of employment.
• IAT II or higher

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.


W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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