Cloud Services Engineer - VMware NSX-T experience - Secret clearance

We are seeking an experienced Secret-cleared Cloud Services Engineer with deep expertise in VMware NSX-T to design, implement, and operate secure, scalable infrastructure across hybrid and cloud environments. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who excels in network virtualization, enjoys solving complex infrastructure challenges, and thrives in enterprise-level environments.

*** This is a hybrid role requiring residence within 90 miles of one of these cities:

• Oklahoma City, OK
• Ogden, UT
• Mechanicsburg, PA
• Montgomery, AL

You must live within driving distance of one of these cities AND have an active Secret clearance, or higher. This person will have to be onsite roughly 25% (sometimes more).

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and administer VMware NSX-T environments, including logical switching, routing, micro-segmentation, VPNs, and load balancing.
• Implement and support VMware vSphere infrastructure (ESXi, vCenter, clusters, HA/DRS).
• Build and maintain secure hybrid cloud architectures integrating on-premises infrastructure with public cloud platforms.
• Troubleshoot advanced networking and virtualization issues across multi-site environments.
• Perform lifecycle management activities including upgrades, patching, and capacity planning.
• Collaborate with security, architecture, and application teams to deliver highly available and resilient solutions.
• Automate infrastructure deployment and configuration using tools such as PowerCLI, Terraform, or Ansible.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures.

Requirements

• MUST have a current/active Secret clearance or higher
• 5+ years of experience in infrastructure, virtualization, or cloud engineering.
• Strong hands-on, production experience with VMware NSX-T.
• Advanced knowledge of VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts including routing, switching, VLANs, firewalls, BGP, and OSPF.
• Experience supporting enterprise or hybrid cloud environments.
• Proven analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with VMware Cloud on AWS, Azure VMware Solution, or Google Cloud VMware Engine.
• Scripting or automation experience with PowerShell or Python.
• Familiarity with containers and Kubernetes.
• Background in consulting, managed services, or client-facing roles.

Certifications (Preferred)

• VMware Certified Professional (VCP) – Network Virtualization or Data Center Virtualization
• VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP)
• Relevant Cloud Certifications (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)

Benefits

140-180K

Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time salaried employees is effective immediately upon the start date. Benefits include comprehensive PPO medical coverage with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) option, a vision plan, and dental insurance with the base dental plan option paid for by PGTEK. Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term disability, and Critical Illness insurance have premiums covered.