Network Engineering Advisor

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.

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! Link is quality and compliance-focused, under our guiding philosophy, “Mission First, Customer Always".

We are ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000-1:2018, ISO 27001:2022 certified and appraised for CMMI ML3 for Services and Development.

Job Description

Link Solutions is seeking a Network Engineering Advisor to join our team in support of the U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM) in Sierra Vista, AZ.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen 
• Must have an active DoD Security Clearance.
• Must possess an IAT Level III Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, etc.).
• Non-remote (relocation incentive available)

The Network Engineering Advisor will play a vital role in supporting the U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM). In this position, you’ll use advanced tools to identify device failures, analyze root causes, monitor network performance, and detect emerging trends. You’ll also conduct deep packet inspections and apply network analytics to maintain situational awareness across the infrastructure.

A key part of your role will be helping to develop automated solutions that allow analysts to quickly correlate data from globally distributed sensors. These solutions will generate alerts when network activity deviates from normal patterns.

This is an opportunity to join a team of dedicated professionals at a leading organization, working on innovative projects that directly support national security. The role offers strong potential for career advancement and professional development while contributing to critical missions and operations.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Design and develop voice, video, radio frequency, and data communications networks.
• Collaborate with your team to provide detailed weekly activity reports.
• Support the ADCNOMS project with planning, design, development, engineering, integration, and both technical and operational assistance.
• Analyze customer requirements and deliver technical solutions to complex problems.
• Perform maintenance and upgrades on networks, including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, remote access systems, and other infrastructure.
• Ensure network integrity and connectivity while maintaining compliance with policies and supporting system backup and recovery capabilities.
• Coordinate the acquisition of hardware, software, and subcontractor services as needed.
• Create plans and configure systems for data communication networks.
• Design and build hardware and software components for computer and telecommunications networks.
• Evaluate emerging communications technologies to enhance network capabilities.
• Stay current with relevant technologies as assigned.
• May serve as a team lead or task lead.

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

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• DoD Secret Security Clearance (Tier 3 or higher).
• IAT Level III Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CASP+, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH, etc.).
• Bachelor’s Degree and ten (10+) years of related experience required. An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• Expertise in networking technologies and security. i.e., IPv4/IPv6, VLAN, VRF/VPN, MPLS, Routing Protocols (such as BGP, OSPF), QoS, NAC/NAP 802.1x, VoIP, Proxy Services, WAN optimizers, SSL accelerators, DHCP controllers, EoIP, Wireless, VTC, Remote access, Performance and Protocol analyzer, Load balancers.
• Experience in all aspects of network security, both as a self-actualized network engineer and collaborating as a part of a team with trusted, reliable, and talented team members.
• CCNA or higher (Computing Environment cert) required with in six months of hire. 

Preferred:

• Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.
• Ability to function independently and as a team player in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment. 
• Experience providing quality service and support for mission-critical systems and VIP end users. 
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills. 
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

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.