Datacenter Engineer - TS/SCI FSP

Zachary Piper Solutions; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holiday and Sick Leave if Required by Law

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Datacenter Engineer - TS/SCI FSP to work on a federal technology program in Reston, VA. The role focuses on building, deploying, and maintaining mission-critical infrastructure in secure environments that handle sensitive data.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in data center engineering, a strong background in Linux and virtualization technologies, and must hold an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph. This is a contract-to-hire position working onsite.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data center engineering, network administration, or infrastructure support.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting secure network environments and systems (AD, DNS, DHCP, Windows Server).
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) required.

Responsibilities

• Build, deploy, and maintain secure data center environments across Linux, Windows, and Unix platforms.
• Perform network administration including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Ensure compliance with security frameworks including NISPOM and ICD standards.

Skills

Linux

Networking

Virtualization (VMware)

Windows Server

Infrastructure Support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

VMware vSphere

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is hiring a Datacenter Engineer - TS/SCI FSP for a federal technology program located in Reston, VA. The Datacenter Engineer - TS/SCI FSP will support highly secure environments focused on building, deploying, and maintaining mission-critical infrastructure within regulated environments handling sensitive data. The Datacenter Engineer - TS/SCI FSP is a contract-to-hire position working onsite in a secure facility.

Responsibilities of the Datacenter Engineer - TS/SCI FSP:

• Build, deploy, and maintain secure data center environments across Linux, Windows, and Unix platforms
• Perform network administration including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of routers, switches, and firewalls
• Support virtualization infrastructure using VMware vSphere and manage system patching and vulnerability remediation
• Ensure compliance with security frameworks including NISPOM and ICD standards and assist with accreditation processes
• Develop and maintain System Security Plans (SSP) and POA&M documentation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support secure computing environments and mission objectives

Requirements of the Datacenter Engineer - TS/SCI FSP:

• 5+ years of experience in data center engineering, network administration, or infrastructure support
• Strong background in Linux, networking, and foundational infrastructure (storage, virtualization, compute)
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting secure network environments and systems (AD, DNS, DHCP, Windows Server)
• Hands‑on experience with VMware virtualization technologies and system patching/remediation
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) required
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Compensation for the Datacenter Engineer - TS/SCI FSP:

• $120,000-$200,000, based on experience
• Full Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holiday and Sick Leave if Required by Law

This job opens for applications on June 18, 2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: Datacenter Engineer, TS/SCI, Full Scope Polygraph, Linux, Networking, VMware, Windows Server, Security Clearance, NISPOM, ICD, Federal, Infrastructure