Campus/Datacenter Network Architect

SMS Data Products Group, Inc.; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SMS Data Products Group, Inc. is hiring a Datacenter Network Architect for the AFCENT NOSC contract at Shaw AFB, SC. The role focuses on designing campus/datacenter architectures, supporting 24/7 enterprise network operations, and delivering WAN/LAN, O&M, and cybersecurity support to AFCENT and coalition partners.

The candidate will work on Cisco networking, 802.1x, and various routing protocols, with potential CONUS TDY travel and on-site responsibilities at Shaw AFB, SC.

Qualifications

• Associates in related field or 5+ years IT experience.
• Knowledge of what constitutes a threat to a network.
• Experience with Microsoft server installation, roles, Active Directory, storage, and maintenance.
• Strong understanding of 802.1x.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer campus/datacenter architecture.
• Provide CONUS TDY support and OCONUS travel as required.
• Provide functional training and meetings/briefings support.
• Provide documentation/reports support and IT management assistance.
• Develop reports and trend analysis on bandwidth and network security incidents.

Skills

Networking protocols

IP concepts & routing

Wireless LAN design

O&M support

TDY travel coordination

Education

Associates in related field

5+ years IT experience

Tools

Microsoft Windows Server

Active Directory

Storage management

Job description

SMS is hiring for a Datacenter Network Architect for our AFCENT NOSC contract at Shaw AFB, SC. AFCENT's mission is to deliver combat-ready air, space, communications, and cyberspace capability for USCENTCOM, helping maintain security and stability throughout Southwest Asia. We support the AFCENT Commander, USCENTCOM, coalition and joint partners, and warfighters who rely on NIPRNet, SIPRNet, partner networks, and other command-and-control systems. The AFCENT NOSC program is focused on running and protecting a 24/7 enterprise network and systems operations, including cybersecurity, engineering, maintenance, and technical support, keeping the AFCENT's theater communications and IT infrastructure ready, secure, and available to effectively execute the AFCENT mission.

Since 1976, SMS has specialized in modernizing legacy IT and sustaining complex enterprise environments for federal agencies. With the goal of building long-term partnerships with our customers, we invest in our employees by providing the training, tools, and support they need to keep critical missions operational, improve performance, and reduce risk. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States. For additional information on SMS, visit www.sms.com.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and engineer campus/datacenter architecture.
• Provide CONUS TDY support as required. Provide OCONUS deployment/TDY travel support as required.
• Provide functional training support as required.
• Provide meetings/briefings support as required.
• Provide documentation/reports support as required.
• Provide technical and general O&M support as required.
• Provide WAN Enterprise support.
• Provide LAN support.
• Provide General Networking support.
• Provide General IT Management support.
• Develop reports and trend analysis documentation on bandwidth and network security incidents.
• Analyze a myriad of networking metrics and recognize sub-par network performance.
• Use extensive Wireless LAN background to design campus network architectures to provide proper coverage and support the ability for users to seamlessly move between WLAN access nodes without disconnection or other interruptions in service using appropriate and relevant networking protocols.
• Configure, design, and maintain datacenter network architecture equipment.

Required Qualifications

• Associates in related field and 3 or more years' relevant IT experience; or, 5 or more years' relevant IT experience.
• Knowledge of what constitutes a "threat" to a network.
• Skill in providing feedback to enhance future collection and analysis.
• Must possess experience and demonstrate an understanding of Microsoft server installation, roles, active directory, storage, performance management, and maintenance.
• Have a strong understanding of 802.1x.
• Be proficient in routing protocols: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and MPLS.
• A thorough understanding of IP concepts, including implementing routing, VLAN's, QoS, tuning, and capacity management concepts.

Certifications Required

• CISCO Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• VMWare Certified Technical Associate (VCTA )
• ITIL Foundation - Candidate has up to 60 days to acquire ITIL Foundation certification

Clearance Required

• Department of Defense Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance.

SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Req 2026-5435