Infrastructure Specialist

Novalink Solutions; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Novalink Solutions in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking an Infrastructure Specialist to install Edge networking equipment across the state. You will work with Fortinet Fortigate firewalls, Cisco Catalyst switches, and Cisco routers, assisting Nebraska Network Engineers with maintenance and troubleshooting of edge infrastructure.

The role requires hands-on configuration, documentation, and the ability to coordinate multiple projects across agencies.

Qualifications

• Intermediate knowledge of information technology theory, principles, and practices.
• Working knowledge of enterprise network devices is preferred.
• Ability to document systems and procedures clearly.
• Ability to coordinate projects across an enterprise network.

Responsibilities

• Installation of Edge Networking devices across the State of Nebraska.
• Provide technical support for installation, operation, troubleshooting, and repair of edge network hardware.
• Coordinate multiple networking projects across agencies; installs and decommissions.
• Evaluate network systems for patches, upgrades, and future needs.
• Develop and maintain procedures, create documentation, and assist clients and IT staff.
• Collaborate with a team of network engineers.
• Standard daytime hours 8:00 AM–5:00 PM with possible after-hours.

Skills

Edge networking

Fortinet Fortigate

Cisco Catalyst 3650/9000

Cisco routers 1111/9000

Networking troubleshooting

Customer service

Documentation

Vendor communication

Project coordination

Technical manuals literacy

Job description

Lincoln, United States | Posted on 10/19/2026

• Actual Job Title Infrastructure Specialist
• Job Type FT Contract
• Date Opened 10/19/2026
• Target Date 10/22/2026
• City Lincoln
• Country United States
• Number of Positions 1

Job Description

This open position when filled will be responsible for installing Edge networking equipment across the State of Nebraska. As well as assisting State of Nebraska Network Engineers in maintaining and troubleshooting existing Edge network infrastructure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Installing and configuring large scale Edge Network equipment to include Fortinet Fortigate firewalls, Cisco Catalyst 3650 and 9000 series switches, Cisco 1111 and 9000 series routers, Cisco APs and Wireless Controllers.
• Knowledge of information technology theory, principles, and practices in Edge routing/switching.
• Working knowledge of computer hardware, software, local and wide area network systems.
• Knowledge of client/server network protocols and Internet/Intranet applications.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting data networks and troubleshooting tools.
• Skill in delivering responsive, quality customer service.
• Ability to write clear and concise documentation of systems and procedures.
• Ability to communicate with vendors and other stakeholders
• Ability to successfully coordinate multiple projects across an enterprise network.
• Ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals

List of Job Duties

• Installation of Edge Networking devices across the State of Nebraska.
• Provide technical support at an intermediate level for installation, operation, trouble shooting, and repair of edge network hardware.
• Coordinate multiple networking projects across multiple agencies at any given time. Installs and decommissions included.
• Evaluate network systems and determine the need for patches, upgrades, and analyze future technical needs.
• Develop and maintain procedures and processes, create documentation, and assist clients and other information technology employees.
• Work efficiently with a team of network engineers
• Standard daytime hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM but can expect after-hours and over-night stays may be required

Required

• Intermediate knowledge of information technology theory, principles, and practices
• Working knowledge of enterprise network devices is also preferred.

Skills
Others
Installing and configuring Cisco 1111 and 9000 series routers
Novice (1-3 Years)
Yes

Skills
Others
Installing and configuring Cisco APs and Wireless Controllers
Novice (1-3 Years)
Yes

Skills
Others
Installing and configuring Cisco Catalyst 3650 and 9000 series switches
Novice (1-3 Years)
Yes

Skills
Others
Installing and configuring Fortinet Fortigate firewalls
Novice (1-3 Years)
Yes

Skills
Others
Installing and configuring large scale Edge Network equipment
Novice (1-3 Years)
Yes