VMWare Windows Systems Administrator
- Military veterans preferred
2025-07-25 Enhanced Veterans Solutions
Other
/yr
employee
contract
Colorado Springs Colorado 80902 United States
Description:
Enhanced Veterans Solutions, Inc. (EVS) is looking for a VMWare Windows Systems Administrator to support our customer in delivering enterprise IT services across 187 bases. This initiative helps ensure a consistent, high-quality experience for users across all mission environments and enables the U.S. Air Force to shift focus from network operations to mission operations.
As a key member of the EVS Team, the VMWare Windows Systems Administrator will oversee and coordinate all Windows and VMWare operational activities. This role is central to ensuring timely responses and effective remediation for any reported or detected issues. The administrator will manage these systems across the Department, handling everything from monitoring and troubleshooting to coordination, tracking, and resolution of incidents.
Responsibilities:
Deploy Windows and VMWare applications and application updates based on defined criteria
Remediate issues related to failed patches, application conflicts, or patch-related problems
Provide Tier 3 support and advanced troubleshooting of common applications and their interaction with operating systems
Configure, manage, and resolve issues related to Active Directory and Group Policy
Analyze daily operations and write scripts to streamline routine tasks
Monitor, troubleshoot, patch, and upgrade systems on a daily basis
Deliver operations and maintenance (O&M) support for servers, workstations, and mobile devices
Troubleshoot incidents and user-reported issues
Work with engineering teams to deploy technical solutions as needed
Monitor and track service level agreements (SLA/SLRs) and generate required reports
Contribute to documentation and efforts to modernize infrastructure
Collaborate with DAF enterprise and program security teams to meet requirements
Communicate effectively with customers, stakeholders, and teammates
Requirements:
Experience testing, deploying, and troubleshooting Microsoft and third-party software updates
Demonstrated experience with automated software/firmware patching tools (e.g., WSUS, SCCM, YUM, SolarWinds) for both Windows and Linux environments
Experience managing Windows Servers and Workstations (mobile device experience a plus)
Experience with ESX and VMWare, including system management and patching
Prior work in a DoD environment
Familiarity with STIG compliance requirements
Understanding of ITILv4 principles
Exposure to Agile Scrum methodologies
Strong skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project, Visio) and SharePoint
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field
3+ years of relevant experience
Active DoD Secret clearance
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and take initiative in problem-solving
You must possess one or more of the following certifications:
VMWare certification - VMware Certified Professional (VCP), VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) or VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX)
Network+
ITIL Foundations
CCENT
Security+
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
