Key Facts

Remote From:

Austria , Belgium , Indiana (USA) , New Mexico (USA) , Oregon (USA) , United States

Full time

Mid-level (2-5 years)

English

Hard Skills

Other Skills

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Collaboration
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Communication
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Analytical Skills
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Teamwork
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Innovation
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Problem Solving

Roles & Responsibilities

BS in a relevant discipline and at least 2 years of directly related experience
Active DOE Q Clearance and US Citizenship
Technical knowledge in virtualization technologies and data center operations; ability to troubleshoot issues in a virtual environment; experience with hypervisors such as VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V
Desired skills: automation/orchestration tools (Ansible, Terraform); containerization (Docker, Kubernetes); storage (SAN/NAS); networking concepts (VLANs, virtual switches); cloud-based virtualization (AWS, Azure)

Requirements:

Provide Level I/II technical support to server technicians, network admins, and support personnel for data center systems, including cabling, power management, space planning, and cooling in a large, complex environment
Troubleshoot complex problems spanning multiple subsystems in the data center, leveraging in-depth knowledge of HPC infrastructure, cooling, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and water systems (open and closed loop)
Collaborate on data center consolidation efforts, engaging with customers to evaluate, design, and plan consolidation activities as needed
Develop innovative solutions to significant and unusual problems and provide analysis to executive management on information, trends, and goals to improve data center operations

Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc.

Information Technology & Services

About Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc.

Edgewater Federal Solutions was founded in 2002 with the mission of being the best IT consulting company possible for our government clients, our contracting partners and our employees. We give you the opportunity to achieve contracting compliance without sacrificing quality. Our business has grown steadily, supporting several federal organizations across the U.S. Our success is based on deep institutional knowledge of such entities as the Department of Energy and our unparalleled team of experts in every aspect of the IT life cycle, from program/project management to system/network operations to cyber security. It is this team that inspired the Edgewater slogan, “Our People ... Your Edge.” The majority of our employees currently have or have previously held a top secret clearance, and many have advanced degrees and certifications in their specialties. Whether a CIO needs to implement a major system integration or a cabinet-level agency wants policy support and governance, Edgewater brings in the optimal combination of talent and knowledge for maximum efficiency and effectiveness. How do we attract such highly qualified people to our team? By offering compensation that matches or exceeds others in the industry. This, along with Edgewater's stability and extensive experience within government, fosters a sense of confidence, commitment and loyalty in our employees. Our corporate culture breeds success, which in turn engenders your success.

Company type: SME

Industry: Information Technology & Services

Founded: 2018

Company size: 501 - 1000

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Job description

Overview:

Edgewater Federal Solutions is seeking a Data Center Virtual System Administrator to support a major national laboratory.

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive support across all dimensions of the Data Center environment.

Responsibilities:

In this role, you will deliver Level I and/or Level II technical support to server technicians, network administrators, and support personnel for various systems, including cabling, power management, space planning, and cooling management in a large and complex Data Center setting.
Troubleshoot complex problems that span multiple subsystems and systems, requiring in-depth knowledge of the sophisticated Data Center environment.
Have a strong background in IT and High-Performance Computing (HPC) infrastructure, with a solid understanding of cooling, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and chemical analysis for both open and closed-loop water systems.
Collaborative on data center consolidation efforts, engaging with customers to evaluate, design, and plan consolidation activities as needed.
Develop innovative solutions to significant and unusual problems, applying new principles, concepts, and practices to address complex or strategic issues.
Be a resource to executive management providing analysis of information, trends, and goals at a corporate level, contributing to the overall success and efficiency of the Data Center operations.

Qualifications:

BS in relevant discipline plus minimum 2 years or more years of directly related experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the job.
Active DOE Q Clearance.
Must be US Citizen

Required Skills:

Technical knowledge in virtualization technologies and data center operations.
Troubleshoot issues that arise in a virtual environment.
Experience with hypervisors and virtualization technologies (e.g., VMWare ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V)
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel.

Desired Skills:

Knowledge of automation and orchestration tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform).
Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Understanding of storage technologies and configurations (SAN, NAS).
Familiarity with networking concepts relevant to virtualization (VLANs, Virtual switches).
Familiarity with Cloud-based virtualization solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure)
Experience with installing and maintaining server hardware

About Us:

Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Small Companies for 2018 through 2025.

It has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other statuses protected by applicable law.