Chief Infrastructure Engineer

Link Solutions, Inc.; Adelphi (MD); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company-paid disability

Life insurance

Relocation incentive program

Certification reimbursement

Retirement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Link Solutions, Inc. in Adelphi, Maryland, seeks a Chief Infrastructure Engineer to lead enterprise infrastructure modernization for ARL IT modernization programs. You will guide architecture, evaluate current tech, and recommend secure, scalable solutions across Windows, Linux, macOS, and cloud platforms.

The role requires Top Secret clearance, DoD 8570/8140-aligned IAM and security knowledge, and strong communication with government teams. On-site with relocation support available.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen required.
• Active Top Secret Clearance required.
• IAT Level II certification (DoD 8570/8140).
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• Twelve+ years of progressive IT experience in enterprise environments.
• Experience with Windows, Linux, macOS, networking, storage, virtualization, identity services, and cloud tech.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior technical advisor on enterprise infrastructure modernization and strategy.
• Evaluate and modernize infrastructure, processes, and technology implementations for efficiency and cost savings.
• Research emerging technologies and provide business cases and cost-benefit analyses for leadership.
• Develop roadmaps and strategic recommendations aligned with mission, security, and budget requirements.
• Produce technical white papers, briefs, and executive presentations for government stakeholders.
• Present findings and modernization plans to government and contractor leadership.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

IAT Level II

Windows

Linux

macOS

Networking

Storage

Virtualization

Identity services

Cloud technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

Nutanix

VMware

Microsoft Intune

MECM/SCCM

Jamf Pro

Apple Business Manager

Microsoft Entra ID

Job description

Company Description

Link Solutions, Inc. delivers reliable and effective Information Technology services to government clients in support of critical mission needs. Delivering a broad range of Infrastructure Operations, Application Development, Cybersecurity, Virtualization, Cloud and Mobility services.

We are certified in ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000-1:2018, and ISO 27001:2022; CMMC Level 2 certified; and appraised at CMMI Maturity Level 3 for Services and Development.

If you’re looking for a technology company that values innovation, with a vision toward the future of the technology landscape, look no further than Link Solutions! Link is quality and compliance-focused, under our guiding philosophy “Mission First, Customer Always".

Job Description

Link Solutions is seeking a Chief Infrastructure Engineer to support the Army Research Laboratory (ARL) Information Technology Modernization and Support Services program in Adelphi, Maryland.

• Active Top Secret Clearance required


• IAT Level II certification or higher per DoD 8570/8140 required


• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.


• Non-Remote/On-site only (relocation assistance available)

The Chief Infrastructure Engineer serves as the senior technical advisor for enterprise infrastructure modernization and technology strategy supporting the Army Research Laboratory. This position evaluates existing technologies, researches emerging solutions, and develops recommendations that improve operational efficiency, automation, cybersecurity, resilience, and mission effectiveness.

Working across Windows, Linux, and macOS environments, as well as networking, storage, virtualization, endpoint management, identity services, cybersecurity, and cloud technologies, the Chief Infrastructure Engineer provides technical analysis, modernization strategies, cost-benefit assessments, and expert guidance to Government leadership and engineering teams.

This role requires deep enterprise infrastructure expertise combined with strong analytical and communication skills. The successful candidate will assist technical leaders in solving complex infrastructure challenges, evaluating emerging technologies, and identifying innovative solutions that support long-term organizational objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior technical advisor on enterprise infrastructure modernization, engineering, and technology strategy initiatives.


• Evaluate existing infrastructure, operational processes, and technology implementations to identify opportunities for modernization, automation, efficiency improvements, and cost savings.


• Research and assess emerging technologies, industry trends, and vendor solutions relevant to DoD, research, and enterprise environments.


• Develop technical assessments, business cases, cost-benefit analyses, and technology recommendations for Government leadership.


• Analyze and evaluate technologies across Windows, Linux, and macOS platforms; identity services; networking; storage; virtualization; endpoint management; cybersecurity; and cloud environments.


• Develop modernization roadmaps and strategic recommendations aligned with mission, security, operational, and budget requirements.


• Assist infrastructure and engineering teams in troubleshooting complex technical issues and resolving enterprise-wide challenges.


• Participate in architecture reviews, engineering assessments, and technology evaluation efforts.


• Review proposed technical solutions and provide recommendations regarding feasibility, scalability, security, supportability, and operational impact.


• Identify opportunities to leverage automation, orchestration, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), AI-enabled technologies, and process improvements to increase operational effectiveness.


• Support cybersecurity initiatives by evaluating technologies against RMF, Continuous ATO, Zero Trust, STIG, and vulnerability management requirements.


• Develop technical white papers, decision briefs, recommendations, and executive presentations for Government stakeholders.


• Present findings, recommendations, risks, and modernization strategies to Government and contractor leadership.


• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and industry best practices to support continuous improvement and innovation.

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.

Compensation Range

• $135,000 - $175,000


• Full-Time (Mon-Fri)

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen.


• Active Top Secret Clearance required.


• IAT Level II certification (CompTIA Security+ CE or higher equivalent) in accordance with DoD 8570/8140 requirements.


• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical discipline.


• Twelve (12+) years of progressive experience supporting, engineering, architecting, or modernizing enterprise IT environments.


• Experience conducting technology assessments, architecture reviews, infrastructure analyses, and modernization planning activities.


• Strong knowledge of enterprise Windows, Linux, and macOS environments.


• Experience with Active Directory, identity and access management, networking, storage, virtualization, endpoint management, and cloud technologies.


• Familiarity with enterprise platforms such as Nutanix, VMware, Microsoft Intune, MECM/SCCM, Jamf Pro, Apple Business Manager, Microsoft Entra ID, or equivalent technologies.


• Experience developing technical recommendations, business cases, cost-benefit analyses, and executive-level briefings.


• Knowledge of automation, scripting, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), and operational efficiency best practices.


• Demonstrated ability to analyze and assist in resolving complex infrastructure and technology challenges.


• Strong analytical, written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience serving as a Chief Infrastructure Engineer, Infrastructure Architect, Enterprise Architect, Chief Systems Engineer, Technical Director, Solutions Architect, or similar senior technical role.


• Experience supporting DoD, Federal, research, laboratory, or scientific computing environments.


• Experience developing technology roadmaps, modernization strategies, digital transformation initiatives, or infrastructure optimization plans.


• Experience presenting technical analyses, recommendations, and investment strategies to senior Government leadership.


• Experience evaluating cloud, automation, AI-enabled operations, observability, Zero Trust, and next-generation infrastructure technologies.


• Experience with Microsoft Azure, AWS, Nutanix, VMware, Intune, MECM/SCCM, Jamf Pro, or similar enterprise technologies.


• Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Solutions Architect, RHCE, Nutanix NCP, CCNP, VMware VCP, or ITIL.


• Excellent executive briefing, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Additional Information

• 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

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