Network Infrastructure Engineer III

　　Columbia, MD (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Columbia+MD+21046)

　　Job Type

　　Full-time

　　Description

　　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 Infrastructure Engineer.

　　Clearance:Active DoD Secret Clearance

　　Role Overview:

　　You will be responsible for the daily technical support of network activities in a multi-vendor, multi-platform computer environment and for the installation, maintenance, and tuning of network software and hardware. You'll provide technical assistance to the Network Architect for the installation of new technologies as well as provide next-level support to Network Engineers. Responsibility Includes performing the planning, coordination, configuration, installation, and management of all data and network infrastructure and related client services within the enterprise to meet operational requirements.

　　General Skillset

　　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

　　Specific Skillset:

　　Planning, coordinating, configuring, installing, and managing all data and network infrastructure, including Kubernetes, Windows, and Linux systems, to ensure operational efficiency and meet business requirements.

　　Providing technical expertise in implementing new technologies, focusing on Kubernetes containerization and Linux administration.

　　Troubleshooting and resolving network-related issues with a focus on high availability and performance.

　　Collaborating with System Architects and Engineers to design, optimize, and secure the infrastructure.

　　Monitoring system activity and performance metrics, identifying potential issues, and implementing proactive solutions.

　　Maintaining accurate documentation and logs of system configuration and changes.

　　Requirements

　　Education & Certifications

　　Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

　　VMware certification is preferred

　　CCNA is preferred

　　Experience Requirements

　　10+ years of experience in network infrastructure management

　　1+ Year of experience working with containerization technologies, especially Kubernetes

　　5+ years of experience with VMware vSphere virtualization environments.

　　2+ years of experience in network engineering.

　　3+ years of experience in data center operations

　　Experience installing, configuring, and administering Windows and Linux operating systems.

　　Expertise with VMware technologies like vSphere, NSX-T, NSX Advanced Load Balancer, and vCloud Director (vCD).

　　Build your career with us!

　　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.

　　Benefits

　　Linchpin Solutions, Inc. offers paid vacation time, sick time, and holidays. We offer a 401K plan with matching, as well as health, dental, and vision insurance. We also provide Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life insurance which is funded by Linchpin Solutions.

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　　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.