Computer System Engineer​/Architect

Job Details Level: Experienced

Job Location:

North Carolina - N/A, NC Position Type:
Full Time Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Travel Percentage:
Negligible Job Shift: Day Job Category:
Engineering

Data Path is a global leader in remote satellite-based communications solutions that solve our customers’ toughest communications challenges in urgent time frames and under extreme conditions. We specialize in enabling complex communication networks that are critical to the operations of the Department of Defense, Civilian Government, and commercial markets.

Data Path, Inc. is seeking a Senior Computer System Engineer / Architect to design, implement, document, and maintain secure IP networks that sustain worldwide DoD network communications and reach-back connectivity between CONUS and OCONUS theaters.

• Design, implement, document, and maintain IP networks that provide reach-back connectivity between CONUS and OCONUS theaters and supported headquarters.
• Configure and troubleshoot network infrastructure at the CCNP level: VLANs, routing, VPNs, firewall rules, and ACLs across switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Support operations and maintenance of transmission, satellite, and terrestrial communications systems to sustain 100% mission readiness.

• Administer Windows and Linux systems, including patching, hardening to DISA STIGs, account and group policy management, backup and recovery, and log review.

• Implement system and network security measures in accordance with STIGs and RMF controls.
• Document configurations and maintain accurate network and system records.

• Work incident and service queues, resolving issues within established SLAs.
• Support surge and rapid-response requirements, including short-notice contingency taskings.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; equivalent demonstrated experience accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 5 years designing, implementing, documenting, and maintaining IP networks in complex DoD environments.
• Strong Windows/Linux administration, including STIG hardening, group policy, backup/recovery, and log review.
• Hands‑on network skills at the CCNP level or better across switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Demonstrated experience implementing STIG/RMF security controls and documenting configurations.
• Required certification — DoD 8570 IAT Level II baseline. Must hold one of:
  CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, or CND.
• Required certification — Cisco CCNP.

• TS/SCI

Data Path is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse global culture that values teamwork, integrity, innovation, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to our customers.