Network Administrator (Associate-Level)

Company Description

Link Solutions, Inc. delivers reliable and effective Information Technology services to government clients in support of critical mission needs. Delivering a broad range of Infrastructure Operations, Application Development, Cybersecurity, Virtualization, Cloud, and Mobility services.

Link is quality and compliance-focused, under our guiding philosophy “Mission First, Customer Always". If you’re looking for a technology company that values innovation, with a vision toward the future of the technology landscape, look no further than Link Solutions.

We are ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000-1:2018, ISO 27001:2013 certified and appraised for CMMI ML3 for Services and Development.

Job Description

Link Solutions is seeking a Network Administrator (Associate-Level) to join our team at Fort Stewart, GA. 

• Must be a US Citizen 
• DoD Secret Clearance required
• Non-remote (relocation incentive available)

The Network Administrator will be responsible for supporting the US Army’s Southeastern Regional Network Enterprise Center at Fort Stewart, GA. This role involves managing and maintaining computer networks to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Government information assets. Additionally, the Administrator will help protect national security while working on innovative projects that offer opportunities for advancement and growth.

Responsibilities:

• Install, administer, support, and maintain server hardware, peripherals, software, and operating systems. 
• Support the design and implementation of network infrastructure to meet operational requirements, including planning for scalability, redundancy, and security. 
• Support the deployment and configuration of advanced network systems, such as firewalls, load balancers, and VPN concentrators. 
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• Implement and enforce network security policies, including access control, firewall rules, and intrusion detection/prevention systems. 
• Support and conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to ensure network integrity. 
• Monitor network performance and implement optimization strategies, such as traffic shaping, load balancing, and quality of service (QoS) configurations. 
• Analyze network usage patterns and make recommendations for capacity planning and resource allocation. 
• Maintain and update network configurations, including VLANs, routing protocols, and access control lists (ACLs). 
• Ensure configurations are backed up and recoverable in case of failure. 
• Ensure the network adheres to Army regulations and cybersecurity standards.
• Work with cybersecurity teams to implement and maintain compliance with relevant frameworks and guidelines. 
• Participate in network-related projects, coordinating tasks among team members and ensuring successful completion. 
• Support the development and maintenance of disaster recovery plans for the network infrastructure.
• Act as an escalation point for the Network Support Technicians.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. 

Qualifications

• US Citizen 
• DoD Secret Clearance 
• IAT Level II Certification required (CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security Training, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, equivalent or higher).
• One (1+) years of relevant experience with a comprehensive understanding of IT network infrastructures.
• Experience with Juniper, Cisco, and Aruba networking equipment. 

Preferred:

• BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related IT field.
• Migration of systems and services to a cloud environment. 
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently Accurate and precise attention to detail. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills. 
• Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management. 

Additional Information

Link Solutions Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to include paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, company-paid long and short-term disability, life insurance, referral bonuses, relocation incentive program, certification reimbursement program, retirement, and more.

Link Solutions, Inc. is an EOE. AA/M/F/D/V. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.