Senior Virtual Machine Operations and Deployment (VMOD) Analyst (Government)

Job Description:

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located at customer’s site. No relocation is offered.

AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers’ mission.

AT&T is hiring to support a US Government Program that provides IT Services to US Strategic Command located in Omaha Nebraska.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:
• Virtual Machine Management: Overseeing the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of virtual machines (VMs) to ensure optimal performance and availability.
• Resource Allocation: Managing the allocation of resources such as CPU, memory, and storage to VMs based on workload requirements and performance metrics
• Monitoring and Optimization: Continuously monitoring the virtual environment for performance issues and optimizing VM configurations to enhance efficiency and stability.
• Backup and Recovery: Implementing and managing backup and recovery procedures for VMs to ensure data integrity and availability in case of failures or disasters.
• Security Compliance: Ensuring that the virtual environment complies with organizational security policies and standards, implementing necessary security measures to protect VMs.
• Capacity Planning: Conducting capacity planning and forecasting to ensure the virtual infrastructure can meet future demands and growth.
• Incident Response: Providing advanced support during incidents involving virtual environments, including troubleshooting and resolving complex issues.
• Documentation: Creating and maintaining detailed documentation of the virtual environment, including VM configurations, procedures, and policies.

Required Clearance

TS/SCI (#tssci)

Required Qualifications:
• Virtualization Technologies: In-depth knowledge of virtualization platforms such as VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, or other relevant technologies.
• System Administration: Proficiency in system administration tasks for both Windows and Unix/Linux environments, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Performance Tuning: Skills in performance tuning and optimization techniques for virtualized environments to ensure efficient resource utilization.
• Scripting and Automation: Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python to automate routine tasks and streamline VM operations.
• Senior-Level Experience: Extensive experience in managing virtualized environments, with a focus on operations, deployment, and optimization of VMs.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as VMware Certified Professional (VCP), Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, or other virtualization-related certifications would be beneficial.
• Project Management: Experience in managing projects related to the deployment and optimization of virtual environments.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address performance issues and improve the overall efficiency of the virtual infrastructure.

Desired Qualifications:
• Familiarity with US STRATCOM Network & IT Operations
• Familiarity with US Air Force Network & IT Operations

Our Senior Virtual Machine Operations and Deployment (VMOD) Analyst’s earn between $63,700 – $133,848. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours:
40

Time Type:
Regular

Location:
Bellevue, Nebraska

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.