IT Specialist

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 IT Specialist.

Clearance: Active DoD Secret Clearance

Work Schedule: Onsite, Monday-Friday, Fulltime.

In this role, you will install, configure, and maintain IT systems in both standalone and client-server environments. You will support Microsoft server infrastructure, Defense Message Systems (DMS), and other authorized government IT systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting end-user issues, performing hardware upgrades and repairs, and optimizing network performance across LAN and BAN environments. This position requires strong technical troubleshooting skills and hands-on experience with network protocols and infrastructure technologies.

• 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

• Install, configure, service, repair, and maintain IT systems in standalone and client-server environments, including Microsoft server platforms and Defense Message Systems (DMS)
• Integrate multiple Information Systems (IS) within a secure networked environment and resolve customer IT issues
• Perform hardware upgrades, component replacement, and system repairs to maintain operational capability
• Install and configure wireless hubs, routers, switches, transmission media, and workstation hardware/software
• Support storage networking devices and enterprise server hardware
• Install, optimize, and troubleshoot Local Area Networks (LAN) and Base Area Networks (BAN)
• Experience with IPv6, EIGRP, BGP, VLANs, VPNs, and Network Address Translation (NAT)

• CompTIA A+ preferred
• CompTIA Security+
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) preferred
• Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) or Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) preferred
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification required

• 2+ years of relevant IT work experience
• Experience supporting government or DoD IT environments preferred

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-funded disability and life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Educational assistance and parental leave

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.