System Engineer

Akkodis is seeking a System Engineer for a W2 3-year contract position with possible extension in Manassas, VA (Washington, D.C. area). Pay Range: $60.00 to $70.00 per hour on W2; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors. System Engineer job responsibilities include: • Provide advanced engineering support for virtualized infrastructure environments, including VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and VMware Aria Operations Suite. • Serve as a senior technical resource for troubleshooting complex systems, virtualization, networking, and firewall management issues. • Manage and support virtual server and container hosting environments, ensuring service uptime, performance, and operational efficiency. • Review operational events and recommend improvements, automation opportunities, and enhanced support capabilities. • Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least two of the following areas: Kubernetes, Server Hosting, Virtual Networking, Network & Application Security, and Scripting/Programming. • Collaborate with enterprise operations, cybersecurity, networking, cloud, and technology support teams to develop and implement solutions. • Identify, assess, and report vulnerabilities and risks within virtual server and container hosting architectures. • Develop and execute quality control checks and operational metrics to support infrastructure reliability and service availability. • Coordinate troubleshooting efforts with vendors, resellers, and internal technical teams when required. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (+5 years) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology or similar relevant degrees. • Extensive experience with network switching in Dell blade environments and firewall management for virtual infrastructures. • Hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF). • Experience with VMware Aria Operations Suite. • Advanced knowledge of network switching, firewall management, and enterprise virtualization platforms. • Demonstrated experience with at least three of the following technologies: VMware solutions (vCenter, vSphere, Workspace ONE, Horizon VDI), Microsoft Windows and Linux server operating systems, Dell/HPE blade and rack servers, and Kubernetes container platforms including Tanzu, OpenShift, and Docker. • Experience configuring or supporting Dell and/or Cisco chassis network and storage switches is preferred. • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional technical teams. • Must be eligible to obtain a Top-Secret Security Clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis by going to Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.