Infrastructure Engineer
Hands-on Infrastructure / Data Center Operations Engineer keeping SimSpace's 99.999%-uptime data center and VMware virtualization estate running — from rack-and-stack and cable work to monitoring, Linux administration, and Cisco/Dell switch troubleshooting — based in the Greater Boston office with an on-call rotation.
- Compensation
- $95K–$145K / yr
- Location
- Boston Office
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Devops
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent expertise, with 5+ years operating VMware-based infrastructure
- Experience supporting infrastructure in a 99.999% uptime environment with strong operational discipline
- Hands-on Layer 1 data center experience: rack-and-stack, cable management, server hardware, component replacement, physical troubleshooting
- Strong technical documentation skills (Microsoft Visio, IP management, rack layouts, network visualization)
- Experience using infrastructure-monitoring tools to identify and respond to operational issues
- Working knowledge of Linux for system deployment, operational tools, and remote connectivity
- Working knowledge of basic networking concepts and hands-on Cisco and/or Dell switch configuration
- Located in the Greater Boston area and able to participate in an on-call rotation including occasional after-hours response
Nice to have
- Experience with enterprise storage platforms such as Pure Storage or NetApp
- Experience with software-defined networking such as VMware NSX, GENEVE, or VXLAN
- Operational or design experience with public cloud (Azure, GCP, AWS, or similar)
- Experience administering firewall platforms such as Palo Alto Networks or Fortinet
- Ability to plan and execute infrastructure projects and develop technical designs
- Habit of monitoring CVEs, security breaches, vendor advisories, and geopolitical events affecting infrastructure risk
- Experience in a VAR, customer-facing, or end-user-facing environment
Full description
SimSpace serves as an AI Proving Ground where organizations can confidently train, test, and outmaneuver adversaries in any environment. Trusted by allied governments, militaries, enterprises, and research institutions worldwide, SimSpace enables adaptive, AI-ready defenses that stay ahead of evolving threats. Founded in 2015 by experts from U.S. Cyber Command and MIT Lincoln Laboratory, the platform unifies training, testing, and validation in a realistic, live-fire simulation—helping teams evaluate security investments, optimize performance, and compress cyber readiness cycles from months to days.
Why join SimSpace? We are an organization that is focused on building our culture and mindfully enhancing our atmosphere every day which is why we have collaborated on an integral value system. Our governing philosophy of being Human Centered is deeply embedded within our value system. We apply this philosophy to every one of our internal team members, external clients, and their customers.
How Do We Work? We believe that people are at the center of everything we do. SimSpace fosters a culture of continuous learning, curiosity, and professional growth. That belief shows up in action: in-house training, internal and external learning platforms, cyber conferences, industry events, and dedicated time for skill development. Our people are empowered to shape their careers - and it shows. Year over year, SimSpace consistently outperforms industry benchmarks in internal mobility, promotions, and total rewards growth.
Who Thrives Here? We are a team of innovators, protectors, and problem-solvers. We believe diversity of thought and experience fuels better solutions, and we’re committed to building teams that reflect the communities we serve. Whether you’re remote or office-based, you’ll collaborate with talented colleagues across departments and time zones, united by the mission to create a safer digital world.
We invite you to apply today!
Job Summary
The Infrastructure / Data Center Operations Engineer is responsible for the reliability, operation, and continuous improvement of critical data center and virtualization infrastructure. This is a hands-on role spanning VMware platforms, physical data center operations, monitoring, technical documentation, basic Linux administration, and network infrastructure.
The ideal candidate is comfortable operating in a high-availability environment where disciplined change management, accurate documentation, physical-layer execution, and rapid troubleshooting are essential. This role is based in the Greater Boston area and participates in an on-call rotation to support business-critical infrastructure.
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What You Will Do
- Deploy, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain VMware-based infrastructure, including day-to-day administration of vCenter-managed environments and associated compute resources.