Network Engineer III

If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity in the IT, engineering, software development, logistics, and project management fields, Linchpin Solutions is the place to be! We are currently hiring for a dynamic and experienced Network Engineer III.

Clearance:Active DoD Secret Clearance

Work Schedule:On-site Monday-Friday., + Conduct root cause analysis of Department of Defense Command and Control applications and network flow

• Provide network efficiency recommendations

• Establish application network profile baselines

• Provide enterprise-level network analysis

• Design and implement local, wide, and body area networks for tactical and garrison environments

• Create software-defined networks

• Perform cybersecurity hardening on network infrastructures during test and engineering events

• Conduct Systems administration (e.g., MS Windows, VMware, Fortinet)

• Conduct Network engineering (e.g., IPv4/v6, Cisco)

• Conduct Application prototyping (e.g., commercial off-the-shelf (COTS))

• Provide network configuration and fault analysis of networks for test and engineering events (estimate of 10 events for the fiscal year)

• Develop tools to accelerate network analysis reporting

• Develop Collection and Analysis Plans

• Develop Network Analysis Reports

• Research, evaluate, and report on current and emerging networking technologies and policies

• Identify, collect, analyze, and report United States Marine Corps (USMC) and joint service Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I) systems network performance issues to Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) and other required Marine Corps agencies

• Provide network engineering for developmental, operational, and integrated tests and evaluation of USMC and Joint Service C4I systems

• Provide technical management, coordination of task activities, and administrative support

• Experience with Microsoft Office

• Verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work both collaboratively and individually

• Critical Thinking Skills

• Ability to give presentations and briefings as needed, Education & Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

• Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science or a related field is preferred but not required

• CompTIA Security +

• CompTIA Network+ OR Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is preferred

• Wireshark Certified Network Analyst (WCNA) is preferred

• VMware Certified Administrator (VCA) is preferred

Experience Requirements

• 4-7 years of Networking experience

• 2+ years of virtualization experience is preferred

• Experience supporting the USMC is preferred

In addition to competitive compensation, Linchpin Solutions offers a variety of benefits, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) plan with company matching

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Company-funded disability and life insurance

• Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Educational assistance and parental leave

Please note that the specific benefits and compensation details may vary depending on the employee’s position, date of hire, and contract terms.

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Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Salary Description

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Linchpin Solutions’ professional services organization is committed to delivering qualified candidates that meet or exceed clients’ technical and management expectations. Our growth means exciting career opportunities for talented professionals in IT, engineering, software development, logistics, project management, and other key areas. We provide personnel that become valuable assets to the organizations they serve and contribute to the overall skill diversity and strength of the Linchpin Team.

Career Choices

Linchpin’s success comes from the talent and commitment of our professionals. As one team, we share the challenges and rewards that come from growing the company, which reinforces our culture of ownership. All of our professionals benefit from the value we collectively create.

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