Zachary Piper Solutions · 1 day ago
Shipboard Network Engineer/Systems Administrator (Remote - Public Trust)
United States
Contract
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
8+ years expZachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Shipboard Network Engineer / System Administrator SME to support the U.S. Department of Transportation. This role provides IT network engineering and system administration support for the Office of Maritime Security and the National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV) Program.
GovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide network engineering and system administration support for MARAD programs, including NSMV network acceptance and testing
Serve as a subject matter expert for maritime network operations, security, hardware, software, and IT space configuration
Collaborate with MARAD’s Office of Ship Operations to ensure readiness for continuous operations supporting DoD, DHS, and other agencies
Support audits, assessments, exercises, and training for contracted ship managers and government operators
Assist in mitigation and remediation processes following approved corrective action plans
Provide network architecture and security expertise throughout the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Support acquisition and maintenance of Authority to Operate (ATO) for NSMV systems
Administer and maintain Windows Server and Linux systems across shipboard and shore environments
Manage Active Directory, including authentication services, DNS, DHCP, certificates, and GPOs
Perform server patching, configuration management, system monitoring, and troubleshooting
Manage VMware vSphere/ESXi hosts, vCenter, virtual networking, storage, and shipboard virtualization clusters
Apply DISA STIGs for cybersecurity hardening and compliance
Maintain system baselines, documentation, backup/recovery procedures, and configuration standards
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in computer science or related field required; Bachelor's preferred
8+ years of experience in maritime network engineering and system administration
Expertise in maritime network architecture, virtualization, server administration, and emergency response
Experience with Cisco networks, Windows Server, Linux, and Active Directory
Familiarity with U.S. Coast Guard and International Maritime Organization network requirements
Strong understanding of SDLC, cybersecurity compliance frameworks (RMF/NIST), and DISA STIGs
Ability to work with customers to assess needs, resolve issues, and deliver solutions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools
U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred
Navy, Coast Guard, or maritime network background
VMware VCP and Microsoft Server/Active Directory certifications
Cisco CCNA or CCNP certification
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k paid time off, federal holidays, and sick leave.
Company
Zachary Piper Solutions
Zachary Piper Solutions is an IT company providing government contracting solutions in support of the nation’s Intelligence Community.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$3M2018-02-22Series Unknown· $1.3M
2014-04-10Series Unknown· $1.7M
Leadership Team
Christopher Stroud
Partner Outreach & Engagements
Justin Jordan
Founder and Chairman
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