Data Center Engineer (TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph)

Piper Companies is hiring a Data Center Engineer (TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph) to support a secure data center environment in the RTP, NC area. The ideal candidate for the Data Center Engineer role will have strong experience in Linux and Windows systems engineering and network administration, supporting large enterprise environments. The Data Center Engineer (TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph) role requires to work standard business hours in the SCIF Monday – Friday.

Responsibilities

Oversee, troubleshoot, and manage network activity for large enterprise customer data networks

Collaborate with engineering teams to support customer project requests

Provide high-level technical expertise for LAN and WAN environments

Recommend improvements to network and systems performance, efficiency, and security

Requirements

Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph

3+ years of systems and network administration/engineering experience

Strong experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)

Knowledge of key networking technologies and protocols including EIGRP, BGP, SD-WAN, and MPLS

Experience with WAN, LAN, firewalls, and Cisco router/switch configuration

Proficiency in both Linux and Windows environments

Previous experience with VMware, including building and deploying virtual machines

Compensation

$125,000 – $200,000 annually

Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and sick leave as required by law

Keywords: Systems Engineer, Linux Network Engineer, Network Administrator, RHEL, Linux, Windows, Cisco, ASA, Router, Switches

This job opens for applications on 10/21/2025. Applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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