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.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".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.
Job Description
Link Solutions is seeking a Deputy Program Manager / Senior Solutions Architect to support the Army Research Laboratory (ARL) Information Technology Modernization and Support Services program in Adelphi, MD.
- U.S. Citizen with an active secret clearance
- PMP Certification required
- Non-Remote / On-site only (Relocation assistance available)
This position supports the Program Manager and Government leadership by providing senior-level technical leadership across enterprise IT operations, infrastructure modernization, cloud and hybrid environments, cybersecurity, networking, ServiceNow, endpoint management, automation, and research computing initiatives supporting ARL’s mission environment.The ideal candidate is a senior enterprise technologist and solutions architect with strong operational experience in large-scale enterprise IT environments and the ability to support modernization initiatives while maintaining operational stability across classified and unclassified environments.
Job Responsibilities:
- Support the Program Manager and Government stakeholders in the execution of enterprise IT modernization and operational support initiatives.
- Lead technical modernization efforts involving enterprise infrastructure, networking, cloud integration, virtualization, automation, endpoint management, and cybersecurity.
- Support modernization of ARL’s hybrid infrastructure and software-defined technologies, including cloud, hyperconverged infrastructure, containerization, and Zero Trust initiatives.
- Support integration of automation technologies into enterprise operations to improve operational efficiency, service delivery, infrastructure management, monitoring, and workflow execution.
- Support implementation and operational integration of automation and orchestration capabilities, including scripting, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automated provisioning, monitoring, patching, and ServiceNow workflows.
- Provide technical leadership and coordination across infrastructure, systems engineering, networking, cybersecurity, ServiceNow, and operational support teams.
- Support modernization and operational initiatives across classified and unclassified research environments while maintaining mission continuity and operational performance.
- Partner with ARL stakeholders to improve researcher experience, reduce IT burden, and support evolving research computing requirements.
- Support planning, engineering, and implementation efforts for infrastructure modernization, technical refreshes, automation initiatives, and enterprise architecture improvements.
- Support integration of cybersecurity requirements into operational and modernization activities, including RMF, Continuous ATO, vulnerability management, and STIG compliance.
- Lead technical assessments, engineering analysis, and solution recommendations aligned with ARL modernization objectives.
- Support development of technical roadmaps, engineering standards, lifecycle planning, and operational process improvements.
- Participate in technical working groups, architecture discussions, change management activities, and project planning sessions.
- Identify technical risks and support the development of mitigation strategies.
- Support the Program Manager in technical staffing coordination, workload planning, and engagement with Government technical leadership
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
- U.S. citizen with an active secret clearance
- Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- 12+ years of experience supporting enterprise IT operations, engineering, infrastructure modernization, enterprise architecture, or automation initiatives
- Experience supporting large-scale enterprise IT environments within the DoD or Federal sector
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required
- IAT Level II certification or higher in accordance with DoD 8570 or DoD 8140 requirements (such as Security Plus CE, GSEC, SSCP, or equivalent)
- Experience supporting enterprise infrastructure, networking, cloud or hybrid environments, cybersecurity operations, enterprise automation, and IT service management platforms
- Experience supporting automation and orchestration technologies within enterprise environments
- Strong understanding of:
- Enterprise infrastructure and data center operations
- Cloud and hybrid architectures
- Virtualization and containerization technologies
- Automation and orchestration technologies
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts and scripting/automation frameworks
- Zero Trust concepts and cybersecurity best practices
- RMF, Continuous ATO, STIG compliance, and vulnerability management
- ITIL-based operational environments
- Experience supporting multidisciplinary technical teams and modernization initiatives
Preferred:
- Master’s Degree in a related technical field
- Experience supporting Army, DEVCOM, NETCOM, or research-focused DoD environments
- Experience with technologies such as Nutanix, Cisco networking, ServiceNow, Kubernetes, Ansible, Terraform, automation/orchestration platforms, or Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
- ITIL v4 certification
- Experience supporting classified and unclassified enterprise environments
- Experience supporting research computing or high-performance computing environments
- Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment
- A problem solver and troubleshooter who thrives in resolving complex problems
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Salary Range: $93,000 - $155,000Several factors influence the final salary or hourly rate, including but not limited to contract wage determinations, relevant work experience, role-specific skills and competencies, geographic location, educational background, certifications, and federal government contract labor categories.
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.
