Network Administrator - Senior-Level

Job Description

Link Solutions is seeking a Network Administrator (Senior-Level) to join our team in Orlando, FL. 

• U.S. Citizen 
• Active DoD Secret Clearance required 
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification or higher is required 
• Non-remote (relocation incentive available) 

The Network Administrator (Senior) will support the South East Region Cyberspace Support Center (RCSC) and serve as a senior technical resource responsible for the administration, optimization, security, and modernization of enterprise network infrastructure supporting mission-critical government operations.

This role provides technical leadership across routing, switching, wireless networking, storage networking, and network security initiatives. The successful candidate will serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor while supporting enterprise architecture, modernization efforts, cybersecurity compliance, and operational excellence.

Join our dynamic team at a top-tier organization, where work-life balance and employee well-being take center stage. This exciting opportunity allows you to contribute to mission-critical operations while supporting our national security objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead administration, maintenance, optimization, and security of enterprise network infrastructure. 
• Serve as the primary technical resource for complex networking issues and escalated troubleshooting efforts. 
• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise routing, switching, wireless, and storage networking environments. 
• Administer Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, and Cisco ACI networking technologies. 
• Analyze network performance, identify optimization opportunities, and implement improvements. 
• Lead infrastructure modernization initiatives and network technology refresh projects. 
• Develop and maintain network architecture documentation, standards, and operational procedures. 
• Support disaster recovery planning, testing, and business continuity operations. 
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to implement security controls, vulnerability remediation, and compliance initiatives. 
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior network and systems administrators. 
• Interface with vendors and Government stakeholders regarding network technologies, support, and lifecycle management. 
• Support enterprise storage networking solutions, including NetApp, HPE SAN technologies, and Fibre Channel environments. 
• Conduct capacity planning and long-term infrastructure strategy development. 
• Support audits, inspections, accreditation efforts, and cybersecurity compliance activities. 

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

Compensation Range:

• $100,000 - $130,000 annually
• Full-Time (Monday-Friday)

Several factors influence final compensation, including relevant experience, technical expertise, certifications, and education.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen
• Active DoD Secret Clearance. 
• Eight (8+) years of experience supporting, administering, and troubleshooting enterprise network environments. 
• IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, etc.).
• Advanced expertise with Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, and Cisco ACI technologies, including routing, switching, wireless networking, and network architecture design.
• Experience leading Tier III network troubleshooting, performance optimization, and infrastructure modernization initiatives.
• Experience implementing and maintaining network security controls in accordance with DoD, NIST, RMF, or other federal cybersecurity requirements.
• Experience supporting enterprise storage networking technologies, including NetApp, HPE SAN, and Fibre Channel environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading network technology refresh projects, capacity planning efforts, and long-term infrastructure strategy development.
• Experience developing network architecture documentation, technical standards, operational procedures, and configuration management processes.
• Experience supporting disaster recovery planning, business continuity operations, and high-availability network environments.
• Ability to provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior administrators and engineering staff.
• Experience supporting government or enterprise-scale networks and collaborating with stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional technical teams.

Preferred: 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline. 
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) or advanced networking certifications. 
• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) environments. 
• Extensive experience with Cisco ACI, enterprise wireless networking, and network architecture design. 
• Experience with NetApp storage solutions, HPE SAN technologies, and Fibre Channel networking. 
• Experience supporting mission-critical systems and high-visibility customers. 
• Experience mentoring junior administrators and leading technical initiatives. 
• Strong project planning, organizational, and documentation skills. 
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. 

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 reimbursement incentive, 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. 

Compensation: 100000 to 130000 (USD) (YEARLY)