Job Description:

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.

AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government.   We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers’ mission.

AT&T maintains active contracts and relationships with U.S. Government entities that require secure communications and systems.  The operational need to add members to our support staff will continue to enable robust solutions in the IT Service and Support framework.  The position supports both the active contracts as well as new contract support requests in facilitation of business capture, operations, new technology insertion.  Close relationship building with the customers ensure operational readiness and compliance.

The AT&T CWAN for our Virginia Program Office (VPO) has an opening for a seasoned leader with broad depth of IT background to join the team.  The support role is fully inclusive to the required experience of a seasoned professional with a broad background to support the overall system of services that include but not limited to the networking, compute/ virtual infrastructure operations, phone support systems and new technology integration.  The team is also responsible for the day-to-day compliance for security and general user administration. This individual will provide position level leadership within the operations of integration, configuration, deployment, security remediation, and operations of AT&T Managed CWAN Services for VPO business unit.

Description of Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Key understanding of Linux based operating systems: Red Hat, Centos, VMware, KVMMulti-platform support surrounds OEM appliances very helpful in team operations for both Windows and Linux based.  Ability to build and guide junior and mid-level staffing in best practices for installation / operationsVMware Systems Administration (vFAMILY – vCenter, vSphere of products to include Horizon EUC) in virtual operations.Patching and remediation of monitored systems and networks with a greater teamTiered 3+ service support typically interfaced with customer Tier 2 (AT&T staffing in support of programs)IT Service delivery, assurance, and operationsAssist in the development of a new shared services (product deployments, customized solutions based on distinct requirements)Ability to Program / Script - Linux based Bash & Windows PowerShell with support of other script/languages as required for deployment / support of embedded applications and broad aspect administrationSecurity operations and accreditation key to the operational turn up is required to address accreditation processes

Required Clearance

Top Secret SCI with poly (#tssci) (#polygraph)

Required Qualifications:

Must be a US CitizenBachelor's degree and minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Virtualization, Windows and Linux Computing solution engineering and architecture solutionsExperience with on premise, cloud and hybrid-cloud based deploymentsUS citizenship is required; able to obtain and retain federal security clearanceStrong written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated leader with team-oriented interpersonal skills; ability to effectively interface with a broad range of people and roles

Desired Qualifications:

Active Cleared Individual clearance supporting the overall business up to TS/SCI/PolyCISSP, Virtual Certifications key (DoDD 8570/ DoDD 8140)Experience with ITSM and/or ServiceNowComparable VMware certifications, RHCE, MS Certifications, Security Certs in general to IAT/IAM levels 1-3Working knowledge of common operating systems (Windows, Linux, etc.) and basic endpoint security principlesExperience with automation of systems reports and administrative toolsVMware virtualization both in the standard hypervisor and in VDI

Our Senior System Engineer's earn between $120,000 -$180,000. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage401(k) planTuition reimbursement programPaid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)Paid Parental LeavePaid Caregiver LeaveAdditional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotectedAdoption ReimbursementDisability Benefits (short term and long term)Life and Accidental Death InsuranceSupplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legalEmployee Assistance Programs (EAP)Extensive employee wellness programsEmployee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Oakton, Virginia

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.

Job ID R-63006 Date posted 04/30/2025