Network Engineer CCNP - Govt IT & Data Centers

Peraton; Woodlawn (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Network Engineer to design and operate complex multi-site networks for a major government customer based in Baltimore, Maryland. The role requires hands-on work in routing, switching, and fabric path environments, with travel consideration of 25% to 50%.

You will provide engineering expertise across deployment, implementation, and ongoing network support, collaborate with field teams, and ensure secure, reliable connectivity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years with BS/BA or 7 years with AS/AA, or 9 years with High School diploma in lieu of degree.
• CCNP certification is required.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience configuring routing protocols and switching in medium to large enterprise networks.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Define requirements for remote offices, campuses, and Data Centers to meet established standards.
• Analyze current network configurations and determine implementation requirements.
• Configure routing protocols and complex switch networks.
• Prepare network equipment for deployment by loading appropriate software and configuration templates.
• Assemble and arrange delivery of required equipment and cables for site installation.
• Upgrade configurations to support new features and functions.
• Collaborate with field installation contractors on-site to complete installations.
• Review customer networks to identify opportunities to improve functionality, performance and reliability.
• Assist in evaluating potential network products or solutions.
• Test LAN/WAN and WLAN equipment software (IOS, NXOS).
• Develop network documentation, standards, specifications and procedures.
• Monitor opportunities to enhance customer network performance and reliability.
• Provide after-hours and weekend support as needed.
• Maintain and extend expertise in network hardware and software technology.

Skills

CCNP certification

Education

BS/BA in related field

AS/AA in related field

HS diploma in lieu of degree

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Network Engineer to design and operate complex multi-site networks for a major government customer based in Baltimore, Maryland. The role requires hands-on work in routing, switching, and fabric path environments, with travel consideration of 25% to 50%.

You will provide engineering expertise across deployment, implementation, and ongoing network support, collaborate with field teams, and ensure secure, reliable connectivity.