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Systems Engineer, Networking and Security Virtualization

BAE Systems

On-site
Herndon, VA
Full-time
Senior
16+ yrs
$150k–$254kPosted 1w ago

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Job description

BAE Systems is hiring a Systems Engineer, Networking and Security Virtualization — a full-time, based in Herndon, VA role ($150k–$254k). Apply directly on BAE Systems's careers page below.

VMware NSX | Networking and Security Virtualization Systems Engineer

Location: Herndon, Virginia, United States

Category: Engineering & Technology

Employment Type: Full-Time


Job Description

BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the government, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world.

At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

This career requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree and at least 16 years of overall IT experience.

It also requires:

  • Ability to install and configure vCenter server

  • Experience with ESXi cluster servers

  • Strong technical knowledge of VMWare products: vSphere, vCenter, &/or Aria Suite

  • Experience implementing NSX, SRM &/or vSAN in DR or failover operational environments

  • 3+ years experience in infrastructure architecture and design complex distributed systems environments, including failover techniques, recovery/rollback, and application partitioning.

  • Experience monitoring the health of VMs operating in various data centers



Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Masters in programming, computer science, or related field

  • Understanding of network & storage architectures, including peripheral interfaces (SCSI, RAID, Ethernet) and multi-processor designs (SMP)

  • Experience virtualizing enterprise applications

  • Experience with AWS

  • Experience with VMWare 7

  • Strong networking expertise

  • Experience with cloud migration

  • Experience with (automation/operations) integration across IT infrastructure



Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary for Systems Engineer, Networking and Security Virtualization at BAE Systems?

The estimated salary range for Systems Engineer, Networking and Security Virtualization at BAE Systems is $150,000 - $254,000 USD per year.

What skills are required for Systems Engineer, Networking and Security Virtualization at BAE Systems?

The required skills for Systems Engineer, Networking and Security Virtualization at BAE Systems include: VMware, AWS, Ethernet.

What is the seniority level for Systems Engineer, Networking and Security Virtualization at BAE Systems?

Systems Engineer, Networking and Security Virtualization at BAE Systems is a Senior level position.

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