Network Engineer (Senior-Level)
Network Engineer (Senior-Level)
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Job Description
Link Solutions is seeking a Network Engineer (Senior-Level) to join our team in Monterey CA.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance
- 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 DLIFLCs 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 youll 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 networks 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.
- Active 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 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:
- 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.
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.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
