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Job Summary
JCS 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.
As 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.
Location: Joint Base Andrews, MD
Shift: Day 1000 to 1800 (10am-6pm)
Clearance: Secret
Certification: Active DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II certification
What’s in it for you: Join a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions.
Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture.
Enjoy tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment.
A robust benefits package: Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-and-long term disability
Paid time off (PTO)
401k retirement plan with employer match
Annual Professional Development Reimbursement Program
And more!
What you will do: Manage, deploy, configure, and maintain core data center hardware, including switches, routers, and high-performance server network interfaces.
Employ 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.
Configure and manage Cisco Nexus Series switches supporting enterprise network operations.
Configure and manage F5 Load Balancers (LTM/GTM) to ensure application high availability and administer RSA Authentication Manager to support multi-factor authentication (MFA).
Monitor system performance, capacity, and environmental health using Cacti network monitoring and other SNMP-based telemetry tools.
Install, key, configure, and support TACLANE and other High-Assurance IP Encryptors (HAIPEs) to secure data-in-transit across classified and unclassified networks.
Implement and enforce physical and logical cybersecurity measures in accordance with DoD regulations.
Develop, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) supporting data center operations and military directives.
Coordinate with organizations including the 26th Network Operations Squadron (26th NOS) and Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) to resolve network outages and service disruptions.
Draft, coordinate, and process Authorized Service Interruptions (ASIs) while ensuring stakeholder communication and risk mitigation.
Participate in disaster recovery planning, system backup activities, and restoration processes.
Support mission-critical operational standby and on-call rotations to resolve tier-3 technical issues.
What you will bring: Must possess an active DoD Secret…