Senior Infrastructure Engineer (VMware) - Active Security Clearance Required
TEKsystems Dallas, Texas, United States · $208K/yr
IT Services and IT Consulting · 10,001+ employees
About the role
Lead the deployment of VMware Cloud Foundation and configure secure infrastructure racks from the ground up. Support RMF and ATO activities while producing technical documentation and configuration baselines.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance and Security+ certification. Candidates must have extensive experience with VMware virtualization and building infrastructure environments from scratch.
Benefits
Full description
Senior Infrastructure Engineer (VMware) - Active Security Clearance Required
Location: Nationwide (Must Be Open to Travel)Project Sites: Dallas, TX & Cedar Rapids, IADuration: 6+ Month ContractPay: Up to $100/hr
GREENFIELD BUILD EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
This is a true greenfield infrastructure deployment. We are looking for engineers who have experience standing up environments from scratch and understand what it takes to bring brand-new infrastructure online.This is not a steady-state operations role.
TRAVEL REQUIRED
Candidates can be located anywhere in the United States but must be willing to travel during deployment activities.The project begins onsite in Dallas where the team will build secure infrastructure racks before traveling to Cedar Rapids to replicate the environment.Travel expenses, hotel accommodations, rental vehicle, and per diem are provided.
ABOUT THE INITIATIVE
This initiative is focused on building a Secure Development Environment (SDE) designed to support classified engineering and development programs.The team will be responsible for standing up secure infrastructure from the ground up including compute platforms, VMware virtualization, enterprise storage systems, networking infrastructure, identity services, encryption technologies, monitoring platforms, backup capabilities, and disaster recovery platforms.This engineer will help build the virtualization and compute foundation supporting the Secure Development Environment and will assist with bringing a brand-new secure engineering platform online across multiple locations.
NON-NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENTS
- Active U.S. Government Security Clearance
- Security+ Certification (or Equivalent)
- VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)
- ESXi
- vCenter
- vSAN
- NSX
- Greenfield Infrastructure Deployment Experience
- Experience Building Environments From Scratch
- Open to Travel
HIGHLY PREFERRED
- Government Contractor Experience
- Defense Contractor Experience
- Aerospace & Defense Experience
- Intelligence Community Experience
- DoD Program Experience
- VMware Greenfield Deployments
- Data Center Buildouts
- STIG / RMF Experience
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead VMware Cloud Foundation deployments
- Design and deploy ESXi, vCenter, vSAN, and NSX environments
- Build and configure secure infrastructure racks
- Support greenfield infrastructure standups
- Implement STIG-compliant configurations
- Support RMF and ATO activities
- Produce technical documentation and configuration baselines
- Provide technical leadership throughout deployment activities
WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY
- Secure Development Environment (SDE) Buildout
- True Greenfield Infrastructure Deployment
- Build Multiple Infrastructure Racks From Scratch
- Multi-Site Infrastructure Initiative
- Travel Fully Covered
- Opportunity to Remain Active in a Cleared Environment
- High-Visibility Program
- Strong Extension Potential
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $100.00 - $100.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
