Cyber Network Operator

Peraton; United States; On-site; USD 176,000 - 282,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton seeks a seasoned network professional to manage and install complex network technologies, including routers, switches, and database servers, to support mission readiness. The role emphasizes hands-on configuration, risk assessment, and secure operations.

You will train colleagues and partners on operational methodologies, de-confliction, and tool development, ensuring robust, scalable infrastructure across environments.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Experience evaluating and articulating technical risk.
• Understanding of computer networking architecture is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and install network technologies including routers, switches, and database servers.
• Train colleagues and mission partners on operational methods and tool usage.
• Obtain operational infrastructure for use as launch platforms.

Skills

Network security

Clearance TS/SCI with poly

Network architecture

System administration

Technical communication

Training others

Education

BA/BS in a related field

MS/MA

PhD (preferred)

Tools

Snort

Nmap

Firewalls/Proxies

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage and install network technologies such as routers, switches, database servers and related technologies to rehearse operational activity.
• Train colleagues and mission partners on operational methodology, tool development, equipment functionality, and technical/operational deconfliction.
• Obtain operational infrastructure for use as intermediate operational launch platforms.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance, with polygraph
• Government certification or equivalent
• Ability to evaluate and articulate technical risk
• Understanding of computer networking architecture
• Proficiency with network-security technologies: firewalls, proxies, ipchains, iptables, SNORT, NMAP and related products
• Proficiency with basic internet functionality, ISPs and network traffic
• Possess system administration level knowledge of operating systems (i.e., Window, Unix, Linux, Mac OS, Mobile OS's etc.)
• Ability to convey technical and non-technical information in a clear and concise manner, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to apply analytical thinking to decision-making and problem solving
• Understanding of fundamental technical network analysis
• Ability to train others on operational methodology, tool development, equipment functionality and technical/operational de-confliction
• Desired Requirements:
• Certifications: OSCP, OSWE, GXPN, GPEN, or equivalent
• Familiarity with commonly used large-scale service components (webservers, databases, load balancers, caching servers, storage cluster, etc.)

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$176,000 - $282,000. 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 individual's 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.

EEO

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