Senior Data Center Engineer (5014) (US, DC, Tampa, San Antonio)

The SMX Space and Intelligence (S&I) Business Unit (BU) is on the ground floor across the future remote sensing ecosystem for all orbital regimes (LEO, MEO, HEO, and GEO). We build, integrate, and operationally support our customer's emerging space-ground systems to include real-time data processing frameworks, sensor data processing, and data visualization. We are teamed with the most passionate companies in industry, dedicated to bringing best-of-breed capabilities to address our customers most pressing needs.

We have an immediate opportunity for a Senior Data Center Engineer who is excited to apply their talents to our customer's challenging project and one who will thrive in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is a recognized professional with hands-on expertise and an excellent understanding of engineering processes supporting large, National Defense, Agile software development programs.

Work will be performed in Colorado. Please apply to this role if you have interest in relocating to Colorado.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Recommend and follow technical standards for data center configuration.
• Document technical configurations for both datacenters and for cloud architecture.
• Install and configure servers and necessary applications to support data center and Infrastructure strategy.
• Configure, monitor, and periodically test backup/recovery of systems.
• Proactively monitor data center status/health and address issues as appropriate.
• Perform system upgrades and patches as necessary to include firmware, operating system, and applications.
• Engage with vendors for license renewals, hardware/software, and support contracts.
• Support system administrator personnel as necessary to resolve end user and systems issues.
• Ensure security standards and practices are implemented and maintained within the infrastructure environment.
• Sets up, configures, and supports internal and/or external networks.
• Develops and maintains all security and network configurations.
• Troubleshoots all data center and network performance issues.
• Maintains and exercises a disaster recovery plan annually.
• This individual is responsible for architecting and administering the following environments: Linux and Windows server environments, Dell SAN and Tired NAS storage solutions, VMWare/vSphere environment, Data Networking (routing and switching including Cisco 9000 series), Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solutions, Backup and replication configuration and testing, Palo Alto SDWAN and NGFW environments
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills & Experience

• Secret clearance
• 8+ years professional experience performing duties of a datacenter engineer
• CompTIA Security + (Plus) Certification
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows server environments including experience managing Active Directory
• In-depth working knowledge and experience with VMware / vCenter / vSphere
• General working knowledge and previous experience supporting Windows Server Failover Cluster (WSFC) services
• Expert understanding of LAN/WAN principles and protocols, including BGP routing
• In-depth experience designing, deploying, and managing firewalls
• A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, information technology or related field
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Desired Skills & Experience

• Active DoD TS/SCI clearance
• Candidates with OCP Red Hat experience will be highly preferred
• Experience managing Palo Alto and Panorama firewalls
• Direct experience configuring and supporting Dell Powerscale, Powerstore and/or Unity In-depth knowledge and experience with Cohesity or Veeam backup solutions
• Experience with VMWare compute, storage, and network configurations
• Experience with on-prem, hybrid and cloud environments supporting kubernetes environments

Application Deadline: March 30, 2026

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$123,900 - $206,400 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).