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Name
Virtualization Engineer
Posting Title
Virtualization Engineer
Ref #
2236133
Date Published
Thursday, December 4, 2025
Close Date
03/04/2026
Job Category
Internal Firm Services
Advertised Location
US-IL-Chicago, US-IN-Indianapolis, US-MO-Kansas City, US-MO-Springfield, US-NC-Charlotte, US-Remote
Working time
Full Time

Description & Requirements

The Virtualization Engineer is responsible for the upkeep, monitoring, configuration, and reliable operation of Forvis Mazars’ virtualization infrastructure. The Virtualization Engineer will apply deep analytical problem remediation steps along with extensive problem-solving experience to maximize Forvis Mazars server uptime and investment.

Typical candidates will have a technical degree in a field of study pertinent to the position, or they will have 1 to 5 years of experience in a previous role or position of a similar nature.  Some candidates will have or will be pursuing certifications of a technical nature.  Successful candidates will be assigned to specific teams and technologies with a defined scope of responsibility. Successful candidates will demonstrate an aptitude for learning and advancing skills within a specific technical domain.  Successful candidates will have strong written and verbal communication skills.  

What You Will Do:
  • Administer bare metal and virtualization hosts running a mix of Windows and Linux operating systems for performance, capacity, security, and stability issues and alerts other team members to possible issues
  • Analyze inefficiencies in the server virtualization stack from a holistic view and perform remediations
  • Perform application and operating system installation, configuration, and maintenance
  • Create and maintain golden image templates across multiple operating systems
  • Perform day-to-day administration: Nutanix hyper-converged infrastructure, Dell EMC Isilon for unstructured file data, Active Directory administration, server setup, log review, security remediation, and other duties as assigned
  • Work with various applications and equipment: Microsoft stack (Office, Server, Skype, System Center, SQL, etc.), VMware, Hyper-V, Nutanix, ServiceNow, Splunk, and other client-specific applications
  • Work effectively and efficiently with permissions in Microsoft Server 2008R2 through 2016 DFS based shares from a NAS Work diligently to enhance or improve the virtualization stack via the introduction of hardware and software, or as necessary, minimize the impact on those processes
  • Works with Server Engineer Manager on virtualization infrastructure architecture Use extensive previous experience, advanced critical thinking, and advanced troubleshooting skills to support, maintain, and improve the current and future environment
  • Uses network packet diagnosis tools (e.g., wireshark) at an advanced level to diagnosis server to client and server to server performance issues o Use virtualization diagnosis tools (e.g., Foglight, Veeam) at an advanced level to resolve performance issues throughout the virtualization stack
  • Document identified issues, create appropriate remediation plans, and produce root cause analyses
  • Provide escalation support services for service desk and enterprise application teams Support deployment, compliance, and operation of firm security technologies across the server environment
  • Ensure managed virtualization layer, operating systems, and applications are patched appropriately
  • Regularly work closely with firm’s security department on server regulatory compliance
  • Ability to conduct research into database issues, standards, and products as required.
  • Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language
  • Ability to work in the on-call rotation and be available for a week at a time for after-hours calls
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment

Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School diploma 
  • 3 – 5 years of experience in a similar role
  • Mastery knowledge of server and application virtualization methodologies
  • Strong knowledge of virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, and KVM)
  • Knowledge of Windows, Linux, and other scripting languages
  • Knowledge of REST, Puppet, Chef, and other automation technologies
  • Strong knowledge of interoperability of multiple operating systems within a virtualized environment
  • Strong knowledge of RAID configurations as well as NAS, DAS, SAN along with storage protocols like NFS, iSCSI, SMB, FC
  • Strong knowledge of standard network protocols, local and remote virtualized servers, end-user configurations, business integrations, and certificates
  • Strong technical understanding of Windows environment and server administration to ensure hosted and managed servers with related equipment are maintained to our corporate standards

Preferred Qualifications: 
  • Bachelors Degree 
  • 5 + years of relevant experience
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Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB 19-085)

Pursuant to Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range displayed is for the Colorado market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.

Colorado Salary Range:
CO Minimum Salary (USD)
$ 64,600
CO Maximum Salary (USD)
$ 118,400

New York City Pay Transparency

Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of New York State and other local ordinances within the state including (but not limited to) New York City, the salary range displayed is for the New York markets. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.

New York Salary Range:
NY Minimum Salary (USD)
$ 77,500
NY Maximum Salary (USD)
$ 129,100

California Pay Transparency

Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of California, the salary range displayed is for the California market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.

California Salary Range:
CA Minimum Salary (USD)
$ 71,000
CA Maximum Salary (USD)
$ 129,100

Los Angeles County and City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County and City Fair Chance Ordinance", Forvis Mazars will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including but not limited to the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the LA County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act." Please see the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance notice for more information.

Maryland Wage Transparency

Pursuant to Maryland’s Wage Range Transparency Law, the salary range displayed is for the Maryland market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
MD Minimum Salary (USD)
$ 64600
MD Maximum Salary (USD)
$ 118400

Massachusetts Wage Transparency

Pursuant to the Massachusetts’ Wage Transparency Act, the salary range displayed is for the Massachusetts market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
MA Minimum Salary (USD)
$ 71000
MA Maximum Salary (USD)
$ 118400

Illinois Wage Transparency

Pursuant to Illinois’ Equal Pay Act, the salary range displayed is for the Illinois market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Non-exempt/hourly positions will be eligible for time and half pay for employees that work over 40 hours in a workweek. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), bonuses, profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. For more information on benefits, please visit https://resourcecenter.forvismazars.us/. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
IL Minimum Salary (USD)
$ 64600
IL Maximum Salary (USD)
$ 118400

New Jersey Wage Transparency

Pursuant to New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Law, the salary range displayed is for the New Jersey market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
NJ Minimum Salary (USD)
$ 77500
NJ Maximum Salary (USD)
$ 129100

Vermont Wage Transparency

Pursuant to Vermont Act 155, the salary range displayed is for the Vermont market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
VT Minimum Salary (USD)
$ 58100
VT Maximum Salary (USD)
$ 107600

Washington Wage Transparency

Pursuant to Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, the salary range displayed is for the Washington market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Positions that are non-exempt will be eligible for overtime pay compensable at a rate of one and a half times the hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a work week. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits such as medical, dental, vision, tax-savings plans, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, holidays, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
WA Minimum Salary (USD)
$ 64600
WA Maximum Salary (USD)
$ 129100