External Job Posting Title SITEC - TAK Engineer - Camp H.M. Smith, HI

Peraton; Hawaii; On-site; USD 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton in Hawaii seeks Systems Engineers to support SITEC-3 O&M for USSOCOM, deploying TAK Server across multiple networks and supporting ATAK/WinTAK clients. You will perform patching, STIG implementation, RMF alignment, and contribute to secure, resilient operations at Camp H.M. Smith.

Collaborate with Cybersecurity and Infrastructure teams; develop PowerShell automation; assist with cloud deployments and IMACs to ensure 24x7 global support.

Qualifications

• DoD IAT Level II certification required.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Experience administering Windows and Linux systems in DoD enterprises (SIPRNET/NIPRNET).
• Proficiency with Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) and RHEL, including hardening and patching.
• Experience deploying TAK Server environments and supporting ATAK/WinTAK.
• Experience with RMF processes, STIG implementation, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Ability to develop/modify PowerShell scripts for admin automation.
• Prior SOCOM/SOF support experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of routing, switching, firewall technologies and data flow impact.
• Experience with TAK Cloud or cloud TAK deployments.

Responsibilities

• Engineer, deploy, configure, and sustain TAK Server environments across NIPR, SIPR, Azure, and AWS infrastructures.
• Deploy and support ATAK, WinTAK, and WebTAK clients, including secure provisioning, certificate management.
• Support lifecycle management including RHEL upgrades, patching, STIG implementation, and vulnerability remediation.
• Assist with containerized TAK deployments and Kubernetes-based architectures under senior technical oversight.
• Work with the Government to understand requirements and evaluate technical solutions.
• Engineer host environments to support complex operational databases and system interfaces for customer requirements.
• Maintain file servers, network access, and troubleshoot systems anomalies for optimum performance.
• Install, configure, and sustain tactical application servers (TRAX, FedHub, Compass) across classified/unclassified environments.
• Coordinate with Infrastructure and Cybersecurity teams to implement firewall rules and RMF-aligned security controls.
• Provide technical support for integration events and operational exercises, including cloud deployments.

Skills

IAT Level II certification

DoD TS/SCI Clearance

Windows Server administration

Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)

PowerShell scripting

TAK Server deployment

Kubernetes

Education

High School diploma + 12 years of experience

Associate degree + 10 years of experience

Bachelor's degree + 8 years of experience

Master's degree + 6 years of experience

PhD + 3 years of experience

Tools

TAK Server

ATAK/WinTAK

Azure

AWS

RMF compliance tools

STIGs

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton requiresSystems Engineers to support the Special Operation Command Information Technology Enterprise Contract (SITEC) - 3. This position islocatedatCamp H.M. Smith, HI.

The purpose of the Special Operations Forces Information Technology Enterprise Contract (SITEC) 3 Enterprise Operations and Maintenance (EOM) Task Order (TO) is to provide USSOCOM, its Component Commands, its Theater Special Operations Commands (TSOCs), and its deployed forces with Operations and Maintenance (O&M) services to maintain Network Operations (NetOps); maintain systems and network infrastructure; provide end user and common device support; provide configuration, change, license, and asset management; conduct training, and perform Install, Move, Add, Change (IMACs) services. The responsibilities and tasks associated with each requirement play a pivotal role to USSOCOM, the CIO/J6 organization, and ultimately theend-user whooperatearound the globe 24x7x365.

TAK Engineers provide engineering level supportin accordance withthe SIE OPORD, ensuring compliance with all technical requirements, system specifications, and performance standards.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Engineer, deploy, configure, and sustain TAK Server environments (RHEL and Windows Server) across NIPR, SIPR, IL6 (Azure), and AWS infrastructures.
• Deploy and support ATAK, WinTAK, and WebTAK clients, including secure device provisioning, TAK data package creation, and certificate management.
• Support lifecycle management activities including RHEL upgrades, patching, STIG implementation, and vulnerability remediation.
• Assist with containerized TAK deployments and Kubernetes-based architectures under senior technical oversight.
• Working with the Government to understand their requirements and evaluate possible technical solutions.
• Engineer host environments to support complex operational databases, software configuration control and system interfaces for computer systems related to customer requirements.
• Maintains file servers, network access; documents, analyzes and troubleshoots systems anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance.
• Install, configure, and sustain tactical application servers (e.g., TRAX, FedHub, Compass) across classified and unclassified environments.
• Coordinate with Infrastructure and Cybersecurity teams to implement firewall rules, network configurations, and RMF-aligned security controls.
• Provide technical support for integration events and operational exercises, including system preparation, cloud deployments, and connectivity troubleshooting.

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• HS + 12 years of experience OR AS with 10 years of experience OR BS + 8 years of experience OR MS + 6 years of experience OR PHD with 3 years of experience
• DoD IAT Level II certification
• DoD TS/SCI Clearance
• Experience administering Windows and/or Linux systems within DoD enterprise environments, including SIPRNET and NIPRNET
• Working knowledge of Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), including system hardening and patch management
• Experience deploying and sustaining TAK Server environments and supporting ATAK/WinTAK tactical mobility platforms
• Experience supporting RMF processes, STIG implementation, and DoD cybersecurity compliance requirements
• Ability to develop and modify PowerShell scripts for administrative automation

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting SOCOM or SOF
• Has knowledge of routing, switching,firewalltechnologies and how itimpactsdata flow through the network architecture
• Experience with TAK Cloud, hybrid cloud architectures, or cloud-hosted TAK deployments
• Experience deploying and sustaining TAK Server environments and supporting ATAK/WinTAK tactical mobility platforms
• Must be DoW 8140 under the Work Role Code 451 - System Administrator - Intermediate level or higher by 1 Oct 26

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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

$112,000 - $179,000. 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.