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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Information Technology Specialist - **Company:** Zachary Piper - **Location:** Des Moines, IA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $100,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Border Gateway Protocol, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Data Centers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Network Address Translation, Domain Name System (DNS), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, IT Management, Information Technology Operations, Internet Protocol, IPv6, Storage Area Network (SAN), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Microsoft Operating Systems, Network Architecture, Routing, Performance Tuning, Systems Integration, Virtual Local Area Networks, Computer Networking Systems, Enterprise Software Applications, Computer Network Operations, Software Troubleshooting, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Cisco, Network Optimization - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us25af5ad82e9e87a7029b7c51b2407bca/eaa ## About the Role * 7+ years of Information Technology experience supporting enterprise environments. * Strong troubleshooting, systems integration, network engineering, and Tier III support experience. * Active certifications including * Security+ (or equivalent IAT Level II certification) * Cisco certification (CCNA or higher) * Microsoft certification * Active Secret Security Clearance required. ## Description Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Information Technology Specialist to support a long-term Department of Defense program focused on Marine Corps enterprise IT infrastructure, network operations, and cybersecurity support. 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