Senior Systems Engineer - Infrastructure - Active Top Secret Clearance

Riptide Technology is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer - Infrastructure for a five-year government contract in Suitland, MD. This role focuses on Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI) and virtualization technologies, serving as the primary Subject Matter Expert for the customer's IT enterprise hosting platforms. The position requires extensive experience with Nutanix, VMware, and NetApp systems, managing enterprise-level storage, virtualization, and data protection solutions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in secure processing environments, adhering to U.S. Government Information Assurance and Security standards. They will lead infrastructure team operations, oversee maintenance tasks, and ensure proper documentation of all systems. The role involves collaboration with the Architecture and Engineering team to modernize existing infrastructure solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise in HCI, virtualization, and enterprise storage systems. The position offers comprehensive benefits including generous 401(k) contributions, full insurance coverage, and extensive paid time off. The role requires an active Top Secret clearance and offers potential for growth within a stable, long-term government contract.

Key technologies include Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Platform, VMware, NetApp storage systems, and various data protection technologies. The successful candidate will lead globally dispersed teams, manage complex infrastructure systems, and ensure optimal performance of mission-critical systems. While primarily based on-site, the role involves occasional travel (up to 15%) to support remote data centers.