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# Data Center Engineer (Network)

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Salary:** $165,000.0 - $185,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Unix, Cyber Security, System Configuration, Data Centers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Network Security, Linux System Administration, Windows Servers, Network Administration, Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere, Network Routers, Computer Networking Systems, Firewalls (Computer Science), National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Wsus
- **Published:** July 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us3e0cbaa7ce0f05b3c86ab3aa006cfe2e/eaa

## About the Role

· 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

## Description

· 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., MANTECH is seeking a motivated, career-driven, and customer-focused Network Architect to join our team in Laurel, MD. You will play a critical role in supporting the enterprise i…

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