Data Center Engineer; Network

ZP group is seeking an experienced Data Center Engineer to build, support, and maintain secure computing environments used for operational missions. This role plays a critical part in the design, deployment, and ongoing security of complex systems across data center environments. This is a contract-to-hire position located in RTP, NC. This opportunity requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Counter‑Intelligence Polygraph.

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 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.

/WAN, data center operations, Windows Server 2016, unix, VMware, VMware vSphere, active directory, AD, DNS, DHCP, WSUS, web services, system deployment, system configuration, CISSP, security+, SCNA, SCNP, GSLC, GSE

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This job is open for applications on 10/2/2026 and will remain open for at least 30 days from the posting date.