Lab Manager 3
About the job
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must hold an active Secret clearance and be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
- Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability before starting employment.
- Must have 5 or more years of directly relevant experience in network administration.
- Must be proficient with multiple operating systems, including Linux/Unix and macOS.
- Must have strong knowledge and experience with routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
- Must have experience and knowledge of networking and network administration.
- Must be skilled in working with virtual desktop environments such as Citrix and VMware.
- Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations.
- Must have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Computer Systems Engineering, or a related field; alternatively, a high school diploma and 7 or more years of network administration, network engineering, or systems administration experience are accepted.
- Design and implement infrastructure solutions that enhance mission execution and support command decision-making.
- Support the integration of new technologies and equipment within lab environments, including developing and refining standard operating procedures and policies.
- Assess network topology and device configurations, identify critical security vulnerabilities, and recommend security best practices.
- Provide user support for virtual private networks, virtual desktop infrastructure such as Citrix, and macOS and iOS platforms.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues ranging from basic to complex network problems.
- Implement granular access controls, monitor system performance and accessibility, establish and maintain backup protocols, and ensure system security.
- Diagnose and resolve complex enterprise storage issues across local and wide area networks, including supporting replication strategies and remediating storage-related incidents.
- Design, build, and maintain network environments by configuring routers, switches, and firewalls, updating network devices, and performing IP address audits.
- Troubleshoot network performance issues, enforce system standards, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize infrastructure.
- Secure network systems through policy enforcement, access controls, and continuous monitoring.
- Familiarity with Palo Alto firewalls and Cisco switches.
- Experience with converged infrastructure solutions such as FlexPod and NetApp storage systems.
- Proficiency with Cisco Intersight, vCenter, and virtualization automation and optimization.
- Strong documentation skills for technical procedures and standard operating procedures.
- Ability to create and maintain network diagrams.
- Demonstrated experience in network design, implementation, and performance tuning.
- Project management capabilities and strong time-management skills.
- Expertise in hardening network devices and infrastructure for enhanced security.
- DoD 8140.01 IAT Level II certification, Network+ certification, or CCNA certification.
About the company
Solutions³ provides end-to-end cybersecurity, ITOM, and ITSM consulting and training, offering advisory services, training, and implementation based on ITIL, NIST, and CIS standards. It works through a people-process-technology lifecycle and partners with the DVMS Institute to create, protect, deliver, and verify trusted digital value using the Digital Value Management System and related accreditations. The company differentiates itself with a standards-driven, end-to-end approach and recognized accreditations (APMG International, UK NCSC/GCHQ, DHS/CISA), plus a collaborative method that yields clearly defined, executable projects aligned to client missions and risk. Its goal is to help organizations of any size manage digital risk, improve resiliency, and derive value from digital services through training, mentoring, and proven governance and implementation practices.
Company Size
1-10
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Wyckoff, New Jersey
Founded
2003
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Nine-intern 2026 cybersecurity program builds a low-cost recruiting funnel and future delivery capacity.
- Partnerships with Trinity, OpenText, and Secure64 broaden offerings and improve bid credibility.
- Current DHS, FBI, and Navy awards create references for higher-value federal task orders.
What critics are saying
- Federal contract dependence exposes revenue to recompetes, budget delays, and protest risk in 2026.
- Large primes can bundle training and compliance work, squeezing Solutions³ margins and win rates.
- If federal cybersecurity spending slows, Solutions³ loses its core growth engine and hiring pipeline.
What makes Solutions³ unique
- Solutions³ won DHS/CISA Federal Cyber Defense Skilling Academy training in 2026.
- Solutions³ earned FBI Cyber Division training award and Navy SeaPort NxG participation in 2026.
- Solutions³ is a CMMC RPO, aligning offerings with federal compliance demand.
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