Systems Engineer
Systems Engineer
Are you driven to build reliable, scalable systems which keep operations running smoothly? In this challenging yet rewarding role, you'll be at the core of bringing our mission to life. We're seeking expertise in VMware Horizon, vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter, with hands-on experience in Cisco HyperFlex, Windows and Linux server environments, plus strong knowledge of Teradici and PCoIP optimization. If you're ready to engineer secure, scalable, and high-performing systems, we want to hear from you. With a competitive salary range and industry-leading benefits, Ardent Principles offers more than just a job - we offer a career path filled with growth and opportunities. Join us and let's shape the future together!
Key Responsibilities
In this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:
- VMware Horizon, vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter.
- Hands on experience with hyperconverged systems, particularly Cisco HyperFlex, to support the VDI environment.
- Hands on experience with server environments including Windows (AD, GPO, DNS, DHCP) and Linux (CentOS and Ubuntu).
- Teradici technology and PCoIP protocol optimization.
Highly Desired Qualifications
Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:
- Collaborating with cybersecurity teams, Sponsor or otherwise.
- Engaging in continuous improvement related to identifying opportunities for enhancing network and endpoint security measures and implement innovative solutions to improve overall security posture
- Providing training and support
- Participating in audits and compliance reviews, as it relates to systems engineering.
- Certifications: VCP-DCV, VCAP/VCIX, MCSA/MCSE, or TOGAF
Other desired experiences:
- Designing, deploying, and optimizing a VMware Horizon-based VDI environment using vSphere and Cisco HyperFlex, including Android emulation, golden image management, and GPU virtualization, to ensure a secure, scalable, and high-performance virtual desktop infrastructure.
- Architecting and maintaining a scalable, secure VMware Horizon-based VDI platform.
- Managing and optimizing Cisco HyperFlex hyperconverged infrastructure, including compute, storage, and network stack, to support the VDI environment.
- Designing, optimizing, and managing golden images (Windows 11 and Linux).
- Creating and maintaining standardized images for virtual desktops, ensuring they are optimized for performance and security.
- Implementing GPU virtualization to enhance the performance of Android emulators used within the VDI environment.
- Implementing automation workflows for desktop deployment and updates.
- Developing and deploying automation scripts and workflows to streamline the provisioning and updating of virtual desktops.
What We Offer You
We offer:
- Highly Competitive Salary : Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
- Generous Paid Time Off : Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
- Dedicated Training Budget : Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
- 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance : Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
- 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance : Offering financial security and peace of mind.
- 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match : Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
- 11 Paid Government Holidays : Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
- Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance : Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.
This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Chantilly, VA during core hours.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to driving positive change through technology.