Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer - Junior

Amentum

Location:
United States , Colorado Springs

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

145000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

In support of a challenging, critical, and rewarding program that provides integrated voice, video, and data services throughout the Information Technology lifecycle, Amentum is seeking a Junior Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team of IT professionals dedicated to fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. You must be a critical thinker, have a strong work ethic, and be able to work independently or as a member of a team in a dynamic environment. We value candidates who are detail-oriented while also being able to think and react quickly to emerging and unique problem sets. To be successful, you must be able to rapidly adapt and learn how to operate the front and back end of new products and processes. Work Schedule: 5 Days (Mon – Fri); 8 hrs/Day; 40 hrs/wkly

Job Responsibility:

Maintain existing virtualized environments using VMware and Nutanix technologies
Update and configure VMware ESXi hosts and Nutanix clusters, including storage, networking, and compute resources
Manage virtual machine (VM) creation, provisioning, and lifecycle management on both platforms
Monitor system health and performance metrics on VMware and Nutanix clusters, identify potential bottlenecks and proactively address issues
Troubleshoot technical problems related to virtualization, storage, networking, and application performance across both platforms
Develop, track, revise, and monitor policies and standards for allocation related to the use of IT and computing resources and assure and sustain the integrity and security of network infrastructure
Diagnose and solve customer issues, manage customer accounts, establish, and repair customer accounts, and find ways to improve support procedures
Respond to end-users’ requests through email, telephone, and remote assistance
Respond to service requests as well as conduct, track, and report network systems and hardware accountability and materiel destruction
Use tools/utilities to provide remote technical support services on desk-side equipment
Maintain written documentation of incidents and escalate issues to the appropriate level of support as required by documented policies and procedures
Patch and maintain servers, workstations, storage area networks, etc
Deploy software through use of technologies such as SCCM
Conduct remote imaging and configurations of geographically separated systems
Provide advice and training to end-users, and guide and inform senior leadership
Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned
Participate in special projects as required

Requirements:

Must have active Top-Secret clearance with SCI or TS with the ability to acquire SCI
4 years of relevant experience
Current DODD 8140/8570 IAT Level 2 certification (or higher) required (such as CCNA Security, Security+ CE, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP)
Experience with Windows Server 2019, VMware ESXi, Nutanix, and Active Directory
Deep understanding of VMware virtualization technologies (ESXi, vCenter, vSAN)
Expertise in Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) architecture and management tools
Knowledge of network protocols and configuration
Familiarity with scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python)
Must be able to work a 40-hour work week, normally Monday through Friday
Ability to work overtime during critical peaks and be available to meet last-minute requests for overtime if needed
Ability to travel (5-10%) primarily within 75 miles
Familiarity with MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, Project, and Visio
Exceptional attention to detail
excellent verbal and written communication skills
strong critical thinking, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment
High School Diploma

Nice to have:

Bachelors Degree in IT Related Field
VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
Nutanix NCP-MCI 6.5
Experience with ServiceNow
Experience with ITIL

What we offer:

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 22, 2026

Expiration:
May 30, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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