Windows/KVM Virtualization Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology

. Act as the subject matter expert for KVM .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,300 - $135,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in KVM and VMware technologies, with extensive experience in Windows Server management, system installation, and troubleshooting. Capable of providing proactive operational support and maintaining system documentation in a complex enterprise environment.

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KVM ExpertiseVMware vSphere AdministrationWindows Server 2022 ManagementActive Directory ManagementPublic Trust Clearance

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Hard Skills

Kernel-Based Virtual Machines (KVM)Windows Server 2022VMware Cloud FoundationSystem InstallationTroubleshootingSystem UpdatesCapacity MonitoringData Storage ManagementSCCMSCOM

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

VMware vCenterGroup Policy ManagementEnterprise Server HardwareFirmware UpgradesNetwork ConfigurationSAN

Certifications & Qualifications

NACI (T1)

Industry Keywords

Virtualization TechnologiesSystem DocumentationOperational ManagementCritical Application ServicesService Level Agreements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the subject matter expert for KVM
Install, upgrade, monitor, maintain, troubleshoot, patch, secure, and repair Windows servers in a VMware environment
Provide technical knowledge for system installation, troubleshooting, and problem resolution
Set up administrator and service accounts
Maintain system documentation
Install system-wide software
Perform system updates and implement changes across test, development, and production environments
Monitor infrastructure, systems operations, and critical application services 24/7
Provide information and statistics on capacity, data storage, system utilization, and system limits
Respond to critical outages and restore services within agreed service levels
Support virtualization technologies including KVM, VMware vSphere, vCenter, and VCF Operations
Monitor and administer operating systems and components such as disks, mount points, packages, and users
Provide proactive and predictive operational management and engineering support for the HIGLAS enterprise environment
Collaborate with the Windows Virtualization Team and provide customer service

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience
5+ years of experience with Kernel-based Virtual Machines (KVM)
5+ years of experience in VMware and Windows Engineering
Experience developing and interpreting detailed installation instructions and supporting documentation for system design deployments
Experience with Windows Server 2022 and later
Experience with Active Directory, SCCM, SCOM, and Group Policy management
Knowledge of enterprise server hardware, including firmware upgrades, lights-out management, network configuration, and SAN
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
Must have lived in the United States at least three out of the last five years
Work visa sponsorship will not be provided
Skills in Active Directory, KVM, Microsoft Windows Server, and VMware Cloud Foundation
NACI (T1) requirement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health and wellness packages, including medical, dental, and vision plan options
401(k) plan with company match
Full-flex work week
Paid vacation, sick, personal, parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave
Paid holidays
Up to 160 hours of paid family leave in a rolling 12-month period for eligible employees
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance
Internal mobility team
Professional growth opportunities, including paid education and certifications
AI-powered career tool identifying career steps and learning opportunities
Cutting-edge technology learning opportunities
Remote work
Competitive pay
Military-friendly workplace and award-winning culture of innovation