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# Data Center Lead

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $75,000.0 - $80,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** System Configuration, Data Centers, Network Architecture, Networking Cables, VMware VSphere, Enterprise Data Management, Computer Network Operations, Juniper, Network Server, Cisco
- **Published:** September 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9135586/data-center-lead

## About the Role

* 5+ years of experience supporting data center operations, network infrastructure, or technical laboratory environments.
 * Experience with Cisco and Juniper networking environments, physical servers, VMware vSphere, and enterprise data center hardware.
 * Knowledge of LAN, SAN, network cabling, hardware installation, infrastructure support, and security-focused environments.
 * High School Diploma or GED required.
 * Active DoD IAT Level II Certification and an Operating System/Application Certification (MTA, MCSA, MCTS, or equivalent).
 * Ability to obtain and maintain any required government clearance.

## Description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Data Center Lead to support a company focused on delivering secure enterprise infrastructure, network operations, and data center support services for a Navy customer. This position is 100% on-site in San Diego, CA. The Data Center Lead will serve as the primary on-site resource responsible for coordinating daily data center activities, supporting infrastructure deployments, and ensuring successful communication between engineering teams and leadership. This is an opportunity to play a critical role in modernizing and maintaining mission-critical systems supporting national defense operations., * Coordinate and prioritize on-site data center operations while serving as the primary point of contact for engineering teams and management.

 * Perform rack and stack installations, hardware deployments, equipment relocations, and decommissioning activities.
 * Install and manage structured cabling utilizing cable matrices and industry best practices.
 * Support network, server, and virtualization infrastructure deployments alongside engineering teams responsible for system configuration.
 * Provide status updates, troubleshoot operational issues, and assist with implementation of new infrastructure initiatives.


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