Description

Are you an experienced Cloud Engineer with deep expertise in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) ? Join SAIC in supporting the US Air Force Agency for Modeling and Simulation (AFAMS) at the US Air Forces Europe / Air Forces Africa (U-A) Warfare Center (UAWC) .

This is a short-term (6 mo) contract, anticipated to end in/around December 2025.

AFAMS is the leading organization responsible for implementing and advancing Modeling & Simulation (M&S) standards , supporting the US Air Force, Department of Defense , and mission partners to provide realistic warfighter training across all operational domains.

Role Overview

In this position, you will deliver enterprise-level system administration across multiple enclaves, leveraging VCF architecture to optimize UAWC's hybrid cloud environments and enhance live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) warfighter training .

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) environments to support mission-critical applications.
• Design, test, and optimize hybrid cloud solutions, integrating on-premises and cloud infrastructures.
• Implement NSX-T networking and vSphere clusters for secure, high-performance computing.
• Maintain and enhance virtualization infrastructure, leveraging VMware technologies such as vSAN, vSphere, and vRealize Suite .
• Monitor and troubleshoot cloud workloads , optimizing performance through vROps and automation tools.
• Integrate VCF with Active Directory (AD) for authentication and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Coordinate cybersecurity initiatives, deploying Assured Compliance Assessment Solutions (ACAS) to safeguard IT systems.
• Collaborate with external organizations , managing remedy tickets and resolving system issues.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• US Citizen and Active U.S. Secret clearance, eligible for Top Secret / SCI.
• Bachelor's and 14, or relevant years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Certifications: VMware Certified Professional (VCP), Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Azure Administrator Associate, OR equivalent.
• DoD 8140.01 Intermediate Certification.
• Expertise in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), NSX-T, vSAN, and vSphere.
• Solid understanding of Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)/Internet Protocol (IP) networks, including multicast traffic.
• Strong familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) information systems and security protocols.

*Major certifications include: CASP+, CCIE, CCISO, CCSP, CFR, CISM, CISSP, CySA+, CNP, GCED, GCFA, GCIH, GCIG, JNCIE-SEC, Google Professional Cloud Engineer, M365 Enterprise Admin Associate, M365 Modern Desktop Admin Associate, Microsoft Azure Developer Associate, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, RCHA, RHCSA, VMware CP – Data Center

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience deploying Windows Active Directory domains and Microsoft Server environments .
• Hands-on experience with server/storage hardware platforms Cisco Unified Computing System servers and hyperconverged infrastructure .
• Knowledge of SolarWinds monitoring tools for system performance optimization.
• Understanding of Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) and High-Level Architecture (HLA) frameworks for M&S training.
• Ability to automate tasks using Perl, Python, and PowerShell scripting .

Join us at SAIC and shape the future of advanced military training through next-generation cloud technologies . Apply today and be part of a team that enables mission success through cutting-edge virtualization and cloud computing .

Expected Salary Range - Highly dependent on candidate qualifications: $120,000 - $165,000/year.

Additional Benefits - Dependent on personal eligibility and/or meeting length of employment requirements.

Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) Individual Logistics Support, including:

• German tax exemption.
• Base Exchange and Commissary privileges.
• Motor vehicle registration.
• Access to VAT-free vehicle fuel.
• Armed Forces Post Office (APO) mailbox.
• Reimbursement for minor dependent education at the duty location and access of DoD Education. Activities (DoDEA) school system on a space-available basis.
• Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) at the Group 3 rate.
• Relocation to/from German.
• Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (Federal income tax exclusion (Federal income tax exclusion).

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.