Mid-Level Network Engineer / active Top Secret

Peraton

• $104K — $166K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience, or Associate's degree with 7+ years; additional 4 years of experience may substitute for degree.
  • Minimum 5 years in network engineering, system administration, or cybersecurity.
  • Proficient in network troubleshooting, infrastructure design, and security implementation.
  • Knowledgeable in network protocols (TCP/IP, VPN, DNS, BGP) and security best practices.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • U.S. citizenship required.
  • Current/active TS/SCI security clearance with ability to pass a polygraph.

Responsibilities

  • Gather user network requirements and develop technical documentation and test plans.
  • Design, install, maintain, and evaluate network systems for optimal performance.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve network issues across various protocols and hardware.
  • Assist with network architecture design and feasibility assessments.
  • Utilize expertise in routers, switches, firewalls, and SDN to enhance network infrastructure.
  • Improve processes for deploying and maintaining network solutions.
  • Collaborate with team members on new network designs and service improvements.
  • Support Continuity of Operations (COOP) for network resilience.

Benefits

  • On-site work location in Quantico, VA.
  • Opportunity to work on Federal Strategic Cyber programs.
  • Engagement in cutting-edge network technologies and security practices.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Peraton is currently seeking to hire an experienced Mid-level Network Engineer for its Federal Strategic Cyber programs.

Location: On-site, Quantico, VA.

We are seeking a Mid-Level Network Engineer to design, install, maintain, and optimize network and communications systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in troubleshooting network issues, assisting with architecture design, and implementing security and infrastructure improvements. This role requires a strong understanding of network protocols, topologies, hardware, and security principles to ensure efficient system operations.

  • Gather user network requirements using multiple methodologies and develop technical documentation, system security requirements, and test plans.
  • Design, install, maintain, and evaluate network systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve network issues across various protocols, topologies, and hardware environments.
  • Assist with network architecture design, feasibility assessments, and cost studies.
  • Utilize expertise in internetworking, routers, switches, firewalls, and peripherals to enhance and develop network infrastructure.
  • Apply technical and business experience to improve processes for deploying and maintaining network solutions.
  • Collaborate with team members to develop new network designs and contribute to service improvements.
  • Support Continuity of Operations (COOP) as needed to ensure network resilience.
  • Responsible for design, deployment, testing, certification, patching, and addressing interoperability for all features and components, including:
    • Switches, firewalls, load balancers, software-defined networking (SDN), and private cloud infrastructure.
Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree and 5+ years of experience; or an Associate's degree and 7+ years of experience.
    • An additional 4 years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelors degree.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in network engineering, system administration, or cybersecurity.
  • Proficiency in network troubleshooting, infrastructure design, and security implementation.
  • Knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, VPN, DNS, BGP, etc.) and security best practices.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • U.S. citizenship required.
  • A current/active TS/SCI security clearance and the ability to obtain/pass a polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) and cloud-based network infrastructure.
  • Hands-on experience with network monitoring tools, automation scripting, and cybersecurity frameworks.

Target Salary Range$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individuals experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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