Network Engineer

Job Description

Link Solutions is seeking a Network Engineer (Senior-Level) to join our team in Monterey, CA.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen 
• DoD Secret Clearance required (Active or Interim)
• Must possess Extreme Networks certification 
• Non-remote (relocation incentive available)

The Network Engineer will be a key member of our team serving as the Onsite Engineer for the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC) Academic Network. The Engineer will be responsible for the design, operation, optimization, and sustainment of Extreme Networks infrastructure across DLIFLC’s multi-site campus. DLIFLC delivers critical language education to military and federal personnel, and this role directly supports that mission by ensuring secure, high-performance network operations.

Join a team of dedicated professionals at an industry-leading organization, where you’ll work on innovative projects with opportunities for career advancement and professional growth while supporting national defense and education.

Job Responsibilities:

• Monitor, test, and analyze all elements of the network facilities
• Identify and resolve hardware and software issues related to the commercial network’s wireless and hardwired elements.
• Perform tuning, optimization, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Extreme hardware/software.
• Perform traffic/capacity analysis, trend analysis, and performance monitoring.
• Conduct software release planning, documentation, and license management.
• Serve as Senior Network Architect for Extreme Networks infrastructure.
• Lead high-priority network projects and upgrades using Extreme devices.
• Serve as the primary on-site escalation contact for Extreme products and issues.
• Provide technical training and knowledge transfer to DLIFLC IT staff.
• Ensure 99%+ network uptime and proactively mitigate risks.
• Submit weekly reports and coordinate with Extreme Networks Global TAC.

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. 
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
• IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, etc.).
• Certified to work on Extreme Networks products, such as switches, routers, access points, and network management tools. 
• CCNA Certification or equivalent.
• BA/BS degree in IT, Engineering, or related field with five (5+) years of experience, OR AA/AS with seven (7+) years of experience.
• Ten (10+) years of relevant network engineering experience, including Extreme Networks systems.
• Proven experience in LAN/WAN, routing, switching, VLANs, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and network security.
• Experience managing large-scale network upgrades, migrations, and expansions.
• Computing environment certificate (CCSP, CISSP, CCNP, etc.) or equivalent within 6 months of hire.
• Experience with the following:
  • Extreme Networks: L2/3, MLXE Switches, Extreme IQ, OSPF, BGP, MPLS.
  • VMware NSX: Install, Configure, Manage.
  • Ruckus: L2 Switches, Wireless Controllers, Access Points.
  • Palo Alto Firewalls: PA-7050/3060/3260/5450, WildFire, URL Filtering.
  • Brocade MPLS Layer 2/3 switches.
  • Cisco routers and switches.
  • Aruba Networks: Wireless Controllers, Airwave, ClearPass.
  • Ciena DWDM: 100G OME 6500.
  • Network monitoring: SolarWinds, InMon Sentinel, Uptrends.

Preferred:

• DoD Secret Clearance.
• CE/OS Certification (Computing Environment/Operating System).
• Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.
• A problem solver and troubleshooter who thrives in resolving complex problems.
• Strong self-starter requiring minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.