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# Data Center Engineer (Network) - 1 - 177543

- **Company:** ZP Group
- **Location:** Durham, NC, United States
- **Salary:** $165,000 - $185,000
- **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, Computer Network Operations, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Wsus
- **Published:** November 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/data-center-engineer-network-1-177543-durham-nc--ca0ddf1d-e892-4c64-bf70-71d0f741b8e8

## About the Role

Network Operations Center, Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), Network Operations Center, Legal, Documentation, Testing, Microsoft Windows Server, DNS (Domain Name System), Microsoft Active Directory, Computer Systems, 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: · Salary range: $165,000 - $185,000 · Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, holidays, and sick leave as required by law.

## Description

Responsibilities: for the Data Center Engineer include: · 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. Qualifications: for the Data Center Engineer include: · Prior experience supporting contracts requiring DIACAP, NISPOM, and ICD