Virtualization/Cloud Administrator

Auria Space
$120,000 - $130,000.
life insurance, paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Colorado, Colorado Springs
1755 Telstar Drive (Show on map)
Jul 10, 2025
Auria is looking to hire a Virtualization/Cloud Administrator to support the Command, Control, Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC) program. This role is ONSITE in Colorado Springs, CO. The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program integrates the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, to see the battle develop collectively, and to dynamically manage designated networked sensors and weapons systems to achieve global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC is the force multiplier that globally and regionally networks integrate, synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations to optimize performance. This program is integral to all system ground and flight tests, which verify and exercise all current and future missile defense system capabilities. This individual will be responsible for deploying and maintaining a large virtualization solution across multiple remote sites. This environment includes virtualization hypervisor platforms, remote virtual desktop infrastructure, and other technologies that enhance user experience, along with monitoring solutions for virtual infrastructure. They must be detail-oriented and able to track the impact of events and actions on the underlying infrastructure, such as patching and maintenance. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO: Keep the hypervisor software patch and version up to date to meet vendor recommendations and support current production needs Troubleshoot all virtualization and cloud solutions, collaborating with hardware engineers to ensure all physical servers are functioning correctly and firmware versions are current Monitor the health of all virtualization and cloud services to ensure maximum uptime within the enterprise Monitor and alert virtualization capacity management to ensure accurate calculations of computer and storage loads, tracking virtual resource availability for enterprise expansion Collaborate with other teams, such as IDAM engineering, to configure new services for user access to virtual assets using cloud-specific technologies. This could include examples like: Creating a new security group for a specific user group Setting up a Nutanix Prism Central project, linking certain VM assets to this project Ensuring that only specific parts of the project are accessible to the user base Deployment and maintenance of virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) technologies that enable access to enterprise services for users, either locally or remotely. Examples of these solutions are products such as: VMware Horizon View Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Act as the primary team while working with IDAM and other teams to maintain and monitor the health of all storage subsystems. This includes storage used by the user base and storage dedicated solely to data storage, such as cyber logs, examples could include Nutanix Files-based storage and NetApp products (such as both hardware and remote software arrays) Serve as the main administrators for deploying, maintaining, and decommissioning processes in a Kubernetes containerized architecture WHAT THE TEAM REQUIRES: Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable. Current/active in-scope DoD issued TOP SECRET security clearance. 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline or a Master's degree and 6 years of experience, or a PhD and 4 years of experience, or 12 years of related experience in lieu of a degree may be considered. Experience with virtualization technologies in enterprise-level systems, such as: VMWare Red Hat OpenStack Nutanix Capacity tracking for virtual resources usage to effectively plan future expansion in a multi-tenant environment Experience with automation platforms such as: Nutanix Calm, VMware vRealize Automation, or others Comfortable using network and system health tracking solutions like SolarWinds to monitor the health of both virtual infrastructure and hardware Experience in creating standard operating procedures (SOP) documentation WHAT THE TEAM PREFERS: Thorough understanding and experience with Nutanix Prism/AHV on-premises cloud platform Experience with an on-premises multi-tenant environment using role-based administrative controls (RBAC) for least privilege Experience with maximizing infrastructure uptime, while still maintaining a compliant and patched hypervisor platform Some experience with the administration of an Active Directory environment Salary Range: The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level. $120,000 - $130,000. THE AURIA TEAM: Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers' missions. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, and R&D, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision. As a full-time Auria employee, here are some of the many benefits to enjoy: Generous PTO package with yearly tenure increases Flex time provides you with the flexibility needed 11 Company-Paid Holidays & Float days per year Up to 4% match on 401(k) employee contributions, employer and employee contributions immediately vested Up to $5,250 per year on Education and Training Assistance Low-cost medical plans that include company-sponsored HSA No-cost life insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) And much more! Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.