Senior Virtualization Engineer – TS/SCI Clearance, VCF9 Experience

PGTEK

Senior Virtualization Engineer deploying and troubleshooting VMware Cloud Foundation 9 for PGTEK’s consulting clients. Supporting onsite mission-critical virtualization and software-defined data center infrastructure in San Antonio.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeSan Antonio • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9, including deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting of virtualization infrastructure. Proficient in managing software-defined data center technologies and ensuring optimal performance of virtualized environments.

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VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9VSphereVSANNSXSDDC Manager

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Hard Skills

DeploymentConfigurationTroubleshootingVirtualization InfrastructureSystem UpgradesPerformance MonitoringRoot Cause AnalysisDocumentation

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsIndependent Work

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Security+VMware Certified Professional (VCP)VCP-VCF 9 Administrator

Industry Keywords

Software-Defined Data CenterEnterprise VirtualizationTechnical RequirementsBest Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudTypeScriptVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deploy, configure, and maintain VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9 environments
Administer and troubleshoot VMware vSphere, vSAN, NSX, and SDDC Manager
Troubleshoot complex issues across the VCF stack and identify root causes
Support implementation and configuration of virtualization infrastructure according to technical requirements and best practices
Monitor virtualized environment health and performance and proactively address issues
Perform system upgrades, configuration changes, and maintenance activities
Assist with integration and management of software-defined data center technologies
Document configurations, troubleshooting activities, and technical procedures
Collaborate with engineering and technical teams to resolve infrastructure issues and support mission requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9
Strong technical experience with vSphere, vSAN, NSX, and SDDC Manager
Demonstrated ability to deploy and troubleshoot VCF 9 environments
Strong understanding of enterprise virtualization and software-defined data center technologies
Experience troubleshooting complex virtualization infrastructure issues
Active TS/SCI security clearance
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently in a senior-level engineering capacity
CompTIA Security+ certification required
VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification required
VCP-VCF 9 Administrator certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive PPO medical coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) option
Vision plan
Dental insurance, with the base dental plan paid for by PGTEK
Life insurance with premiums covered
Short- and long-term disability insurance with premiums covered
Critical illness insurance with premiums covered
Matching 401(k) plan
Discount on pet insurance through ASPCA Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program at no cost to all employees
Generous PTO and holidays
Education Assistance Program after 12 months of employment
Resources to complete Professional and Business Certifications