{"id":3704150,"url":"https://alion.io/job/jcs-solutions-data-center-network-engineer-jcs-solutions-llc","title":"Data Center Network Engineer - JCS Solutions LLC","company":{"id":3854787,"name":"JCS Solutions","domain":"jcssolutions.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/jcs-solutions","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"JazzHR","truth_index":null},"role":"Networking","role_family":"Networking","seniority":"middle","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"inferred","locations":[],"countries":[],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":70000,"max":110000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":110000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":3,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Ansible","optional":false},{"name":"BGP","optional":false},{"name":"Discord","optional":false},{"name":"OSPF","optional":false},{"name":"Python","optional":false},{"name":"Slack","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-03T20:26:25Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-03","last_verified_at":"2026-11-09T02:58:08Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":5,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":5},"description":"Grow, innovate, and generate progress: Harness your expertise to solve challenges and celebrate success!\nJob Summary\nJCS Solutions is seeking a Data Center Network Engineer to support mission-critical enterprise network operations for the Air Force National Capital Region (AFNCR). This position plays a key role in designing, implementing, securing, and maintaining both unclassified and classified network infrastructure that supports essential government operations across highly secure environments. Based at Joint Base Andrews (JBA), this 100% on-site role offers the opportunity to work directly with advanced networking technologies, cybersecurity tools, and data center infrastructure while supporting operational readiness and network reliability.\nAs a member of a highly technical team, you will be responsible for ensuring the performance, availability, security, and resiliency of enterprise network systems. You will work with Cisco networking platforms, F5 load balancing technologies, TACLANE encryption devices, network monitoring solutions, and authentication systems while helping enforce Department of Defense (DoD) cybersecurity requirements. This role requires a proactive engineer who can troubleshoot complex technical challenges, collaborate with military and government stakeholders, support disaster recovery initiatives, and contribute to continuous improvement of network operations. If you thrive in secure, mission-focused environments and enjoy solving complex infrastructure challenges that directly impact operational success, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution.\nLocation: Joint Base Andrews, MD\nShift: Day 1000 to 1800 (10am-6pm)\nClearance: Secret\nCertification: Active DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II certification\nWhat’s in it for you:\nJoin a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions. \nBe part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture. \nEnjoy tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment. \nA robust benefits package: Health, dental, and vision insurance \nLife insurance \nShort-and-long term disability \nPaid time off (PTO) \n401k retirement plan with employer match \nAnnual Professional Development Reimbursement Program \nAnd more! \n\nWhat you will do:\nManage, deploy, configure, and maintain core data center hardware, including switches, routers, and high-performance server network interfaces. \nEmploy and manage enterprise-level network systems utilizing Cisco Catalyst Center (formerly Cisco DNA Center) and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for policy enforcement, device profiling, and automated access control. \nConfigure and manage Cisco Nexus Series switches supporting enterprise network operations. \nConfigure and manage F5 Load Balancers (LTM/GTM) to ensure application high availability and administer RSA Authentication Manager to support multi-factor authentication (MFA). \nMonitor system performance, capacity, and environmental health using Cacti network monitoring and other SNMP-based telemetry tools. \nInstall, key, configure, and support TACLANE and other High-Assurance IP Encryptors (HAIPEs) to secure data-in-transit across classified and unclassified networks. \nImplement and enforce physical and logical cybersecurity measures in accordance with DoD regulations. \nDevelop, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) supporting data center operations and military directives. \nCoordinate with organizations including the 26th Network Operations Squadron (26th NOS) and Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) to resolve network outages and service disruptions. \nDraft, coordinate, and process Authorized Service Interruptions (ASIs) while ensuring stakeholder communication and risk mitigation. \nParticipate in disaster recovery planning, system backup activities, and restoration processes. \nSupport mission-critical operational standby and on-call rotations to resolve tier-3 technical issues.\nWhat you will bring:\nMust possess an active DoD Secret clearance. \nAbility to work 100% on-site at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland during day shift hours (1000-1800).\nMinimum 3-5 years of relevant experience. \nExperience designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise IT infrastructure and computing environments that support operational and business objectives.\nExperience establishing networking rules and controls for cybersecurity. \nAbility to troubleshoot network errors and complex technical issues. \nExperience supporting secure enterprise network and data center environments, including configuration and administration of switches, routers, and related network infrastructure. \nCisco / Nexus Network Engineering (Layers 1-3): Strong expertise in physical cabling/transceivers, VLANs, trunking, STP, and LACP/vPC.\nIn-depth routing knowledge (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, VRF, subnetting).\nHands-on administration of Cisco Nexus platforms (NX-OS, 9K/7K/5K).\n\nNSA Type-1 Cryptographic Equipment (TACLANE): Practical, hands-on experience maintaining, zeroizing, and troubleshooting TACLANE encryptors (KG-175 series).\nKeying proficiency via SKL (Simple Key Loader) under EKMS/KMI procedures.\nRapid fault isolation across red (PT) and black (CT) interfaces.\n\n Required Certifications:Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) OR Cisco CCNP Enterprise certification. \nAn active DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification, such as one of the following: Security+ CE, SecurityX, CySA+, CASP+ CE, CCNA-Security, CCNP Security, CCSP, CISA, CISSP\nEducation RequirementsBachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical military/civilian experience. \nHow you will wow us:\nProven experience configuring and troubleshooting enterprise-grade switches and routers (specifically Cisco platforms). \nHands-on administration of Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center), Cisco ISE, and F5 Local/Global Traffic Managers. \nExperience with RSA Authentication Manager database administration and user agent configuration. \nDirect experience configuring, keying, and troubleshooting TACLANE HAIPE encryption units. \nProficiency knowledge of DISA STIGs for network devices and appliances. \nFamiliarity with SNMP monitoring protocols, Cacti, and multicast routing protocols (e.g., PIM, IGMP snooping) for IPTV systems. \nUnderstanding of IPv6 to include configuration and common notation/nomenclature. \nProficiency in Python and Ansible for network automation. \nFamiliarity with Cisco SD-WAN and Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI). \nExperience working in air-gapped and/or classified network environments (e.g., SIPRNet). \nKnowledge of Air Force, Pentagon, and/or AFNCR operations. \nExperience working at the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB).\nJCS Solutions (JCS) is a premier technology firm providing innovative solutions and high-quality services in defense, national security, and civilian sectors. JCS offers enterprise-wide solutions including cloud computing, software development, cybersecurity, digital modernization, and management consulting for the federal government.\nAt JCS, we elevate our customers’ mission through the application of technology and professional services. Our commitment to investing in our workforce drives innovation and progress for our clients, employees, and communities.\nJCS is both a Great Place to Work and a Top Places to Work certified company.\nOur employees embody our core values, and we are looking for others who do too!\nCustomer Experience: Strive for excellence and delight our clients \nInnovation: Embrace creative thinking to enable continual growth and powerful solutions \nAccountability: Take ownership of and pride in our actions and service delivery \nInspire: Be inspired to be your best self and have fun in the process \nIntegrity: Do the right thing, the right way, every time! \nStewardship: The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to our care. \nAt JCS Solutions, compensation is based on a number of factors such as location, qualifications, and applicable contract terms. The general salary range for this position is as follows: $70,000.00 - $110,000.00Please Note: Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening and any other required background checks, consistent with applicable law.\nCommitment to Non-Discrimination\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.\nNOTICE: Please be aware that all JCS Solutions communications related to job interviews and offers from our recruiting team will only come from @JCSSolutions.com. 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