Data Center Engineer (Network)
Zachary Piper Solutions · Annapolis Junction, MD · 5 days ago
Information Technology$165k–$185k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Building, supporting, and maintaining secure computing environments used in operational settings.
- Deploying and administering systems spanning multiple operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and Unix.
- Supporting virtualization infrastructure using VMWare vSphere within a data center environment.
- Securing systems to meet compliance with NISPOM, ICD, and DIACAP requirements.
- Assisting in the creation, maintenance, and management of System Security Plans (SSP) and Plan of Action & Milestones (PO&AM) documentation.
- Configuring, deploying, and troubleshooting network functions in a classified environment.
- Performing routine network administration, including installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of routers, switches, firewalls, and related infrastructure.
Qualifications
- Prior experience supporting contracts requiring DIACAP, NISPOM, and ICD compliance.
- Strong experience configuring, deploying, and troubleshooting secure network environments.
- Experience supporting mixed Windows and Linux environments and understanding how they interact across enterprise networks.
- Hands-on experience with routers, switches, firewalls, and enterprise networking technologies (CCNA-level knowledge preferred).
- Proficiency with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, WSUS, Windows Server 2016/2019, and Windows 10.
- Experience administering VMWare vSphere virtualization environments.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional technical team.
- Possession of at least one DoD 8570-compliant certification, such as CISSP, Security+, CISA, GSEC, CAP, SCNA, SCNP, SSCP, GSLC, or GSE.
Benefits
- Salary range: $165,000 - $185,000
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, holidays, and sick leave as required by law.