Virtualization Engineer

Virtualization Engineer

Location US-AL-Huntsville ID 2025-10692 Category Systems Administrator Position Type Regular Full-Time Application Open Date 12/26/2025

Description

Scientific Research Corporation (SRC) is seeking a VDI / Virtualization Engineer (Mid-Level) to modernize, operate, and sustain secure Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and virtualization environments supporting U.S. Space Command (USSPACECOM) mission operations. This position supports highly available, multi-enclave virtual desktop and application delivery environments across classified and unclassified networks, enabling a highly mobile and distributed warfighter population.

The candidate will design, deploy, and administer scalable virtualization solutions that enable rapid seat activation, centralized resource management, and secure access to mission systems. This role works closely with network, cybersecurity, systems engineering, and facility teams to ensure virtual environments are resilient, compliant, and operationally effective across multiple facilities and mission sites. Designing, deploying, administering, and sustaining enterprise Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and server virtualization environments using platforms such as Nutanix AHV, VMware vSphere, VMware Horizon, Citrix, or equivalent technologies

Supporting multi-enclave virtual environments (NIPR, SIPR, TS/SCI as applicable), ensuring proper separation, access control, and performance across security boundaries

Administering Active Directory in support of VDI environments, including Group Policy Objects (GPOs), user and computer objects, RBAC, authentication integration, and profile management

Integrating VDI solutions with enterprise services including identity and access management (IAM), storage systems, backup solutions, endpoint security tools, and monitoring platforms

Managing full lifecycle operations including OS image creation, patch management, vulnerability remediation, automated application delivery, and baseline configuration enforcement

Monitoring and optimizing VDI performance by assessing latency, throughput, storage IOPS, and compute utilization to ensure a consistent and reliable end-user experience

Supporting facility transitions, stand-ups, and relocations, including VDI cutovers, migrations, and capacity planning for new or expanded mission locations

Developing and maintaining technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, SOPs, operational runbooks, and recovery procedures

Supporting cybersecurity compliance efforts, including RMF control implementation, STIG application, vulnerability remediation, and coordination with ISSMs/ISOs

Participating in system testing, operational readiness activities, and troubleshooting efforts in coordination with engineering and operations teams

Providing on-call or surge support during mission-critical events, exercises, or transition windows as required

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Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience)

3-5 years of hands-on experience supporting VDI and/or virtualization environments in a DoD or enterprise setting

Demonstrated experience with one or more virtualization platforms such as Nutanix, VMware, Citrix, or Hyper-V

Experience administering Windows-based virtual environments and associated infrastructure services

Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity requirements, including RMF, STIGs, and privileged access controls

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multi-disciplinary engineering team

Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and documentation skills

DoD 8140 / 8570 Compliance

Status: Mandatory

Role Type: Privileged Use / IAT

Baseline Requirement: IAT Level II

CompTIA Security+ CE or approved DoD 8140 equivalent (must be current or obtained within required timeframe)

Desired Skills

Experience supporting classified environments (SIPR, TS/SCI) and mission systems

Familiarity with automation tools, scripting (PowerShell, Bash), or infrastructure-as-code concepts

Experience supporting VDI at scale for geographically distributed users

Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and modern identity-based access models

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to operational stakeholders

Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TOP SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET / SCI ELIGIBILITY

Travel Requirements

Some travel required (up to 10%)

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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