Datacenter Engineer - TS/SCI FSP

Zachary Piper
Reston, VA, United States
6 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$120,000.0 - $185,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Unix Cyber Security Data Centers Data Security Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Linux Domain Name System (DNS) Network Security Windows Servers Network Administration Virtualization Technology
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VMware Virtualization VMware VSphere Software Vulnerability Management Network Routers Firewalls (Computer Science) Information Technology National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) Plan of Action and Milestones Vmware

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

Requirements

  • 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

Benefits & conditions

  • $120,000-$185,000, based on experience

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

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