External Job Posting Title Network Security Engineer

Peraton; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 282,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a highly experienced Cyber Security Network Engineer to support national security missions in Chantilly, VA. You will work with a multi-discipline team, deconflict with mission partners, and apply scripting in Python and SQL to analyze networks and cyber threats.

The role demands TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, deep Linux and networking expertise, and the ability to partner with management on project planning and execution across complex environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum 3 years with PhD
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• Proficiency in Linux environments (Debian, Kali, Centos, Ubuntu)
• Familiarity with computer networking tech and terminology (IP addresses, TCP/UDP, firewalls)
• Experience configuring network devices (routers, switches)
• Experience performing network packet inspection, traffic analysis, performance characterization (Wireshark, TCPdump)
• Understanding of network/cyber security, penetration testing and information security practices
• Experience using scripting languages for development, automation, parsing data sets, and network monitoring (bash, Perl, Python)
• Experience building virtual infrastructure (e.g., vSphere)
• Experience in design, implementation, procurement or maintenance of network infrastructure
• Ability to work with stakeholders and developers on joint project planning and execution

Responsibilities

• Deconfliction with mission partners
• Scripting and development with Python, SQL, Web Applications, Networking; cyber experience
• Extensive experience as a senior network security engineer or similar cyber role
• Provide technical support to a multi-discipline team and work with management

Skills

Linux security

Python scripting

Network analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

BS/BA degree

MS/MA degree

PhD

Tools

Wireshark

TCPdump

Metasploit

Nmap

vSphere

Job description

Responsibilities

• Deconfliction with mission partners.
• Scripting and development experience with Python, SQL, Web Applications, Networking; experience in cyber.
• Extensive experience serving in a senior network security engineer position or other relevant cyber security position.
• Resource will work closely with management and provide technical support to a multi-discipline team.

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.
• Proficiency working in a Linux environment – Debian, Kali, Centos or Ubuntu.
• Familiar with computer networking technology and terminology (ip addresses, tcp/udp, firewalls, etc.).
• Experience configuring network devices (eg., routers, switches, etc.).
• Experience performing network packet inspection, traffic analysis, performance characterization (e.g., Wireshark, TCPdump, etc.).
• Understanding of network/cyber security, penetration testing and information security practices.
• Understanding of Linux network security tools – (e.g., Metasploit, netcat, nmap, etc.).
• Experience using scripting languages for development, modification, automation, parsing data seta and network monitoring (e.g., bash, Perl, Python, etc.).
• Experience building virtual infrastructure - (e.g., vSphere).
• Experience in either design, implementation, procurement or maintenance of network infrastructure.
• Ability to work with stakeholders and developers to engage in joint project planning and execution.

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

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.