Data Center Engineer (Network) - 1 - 174713

Piper Companies; United States; Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

ZP group is seeking an experienced Data Center Engineer to build, support, and maintain secure computing environments for operational missions. This contract-to-hire position is based in RTP, NC and requires Top Secret/SCI clearance with Counter‑Intelligence Polygraph.

You will deploy and administer Windows, Linux, and Unix systems, manage VMware vSphere virtualization, and ensure compliance with NISPOM, ICD, and DIACAP. Hybrid work available.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required (Counter‑Intelligence Polygraph).
• Experience supporting contracts with NISPOM, ICD, and DIACAP compliance.
• Hands-on with Windows, Linux, and Unix in enterprise networks.
• Proficient with routers, switches, firewalls, and enterprise networking tech (CCNA level).
• Experience administering VMWare vSphere virtualization environments.

Responsibilities

• Build, support, and maintain secure computing environments for operational missions.
• Deploy and administer Windows, Linux, and Unix systems.
• Support virtualization infrastructure using VMWare vSphere.
• Secure systems to meet NISPOM, ICD, and DIACAP requirements.
• Assist in creating SSP/POA&M documentation.
• Configure and troubleshoot network functions in classified environments.
• Perform routine network administration (routers, switches, firewalls).

Skills

DIACAP/NISPOM/ICD compliance

VMware vSphere

Active Directory

DNS/DHCP

Windows Server

Networking hardware

CCNA-level knowledge

Unix/Linux

Education

DoD 8570‑compliant certification (CISSP, Security+)

Tools

VMware vSphere

Active Directory

DNS

DHCP

Windows Server

Job description

ZP group is seeking an experienced Data Center Engineer to build, support, and maintain secure computing environments used for operational missions. This role plays a critical part in the design, deployment, and ongoing security of complex systems across data center environments. This is a contract-to-hire position located in RTP, NC. This opportunity requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Counter‑Intelligence Polygraph.

Responsibilities for the Data Center Engineer include:

• 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 for the Data Center Engineer include:

• 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.

Compensation for the Data center Engineer includes:

• Salary range: $165,000 - $185,000
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, holidays, and sick leave as required by law.

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This job is open for applications on 9/25/2026 and will remain open for at least 30 days from the posting date.