SITEC - Network Administrator - Little Creek, VA

Peraton; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Network LAN/WAN Administrator to support SITEC 3 Enterprise Operations and Maintenance for USSOCOM. Located at Little Creek, VA, the role involves administering LAN/WAN networks, VPNs, and related security measures to ensure 24x7 operations. Candidates should have DoD clearance eligibility, CCNA, and IAT Level II.

The position may require shift work to meet mission needs, with benefits typical of a national security IT contractor in the Virginia area.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship and DoD security clearance at TS/SCI level or above.
• IAT Level II certification and CCNA required.
• Bachelor's degree with minimum years of experience or equivalent.
• DoD compliance and security standards familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 1 and 2 network support for LAN/WAN infrastructure.
• Administer network and communications systems, including routers and switches.
• Plan design and maintenance of LAN/WAN and VPN services.
• Coordinate with DoD and USSOCOM policies and external providers.
• Support shift work or non-standard schedules as needed.
• Assist in exercises and incident response activities.

Skills

US Citizenship

IAT Level II

CCNA

TS/SCI Clearance

Education

BS/BA + 2 years experience

MS + 0 years experience

AS/AA + 4 years experience

HS + 6 years experience

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton requires Network LAN/WAN Administrators to support the Special Operation Command Information Technology Enterprise Contract (SITEC) – 3. Position is located at Little Creek, VA.

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 the end-user who operate around the globe 24x7x365.

The Network LAN/WAN Administrator performs Tier one and two network support in accordance with the SIE OPORD. This position provides administration of network and communications systems, including, but not limited to, Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) systems.

Duties include:

• Providing installation, tuning, testing, operating, monitoring, upgrading, patching, break/fix, defense, and management of WAN and LAN routing and switching infrastructure hardware and software including network hardware and software.
• Planning, designing, engineering, configuring, installing, operating, maintaining, defending, troubleshooting, and repairing LAN/WAN capabilities, including point-to-point circuits, satellite connectivity, dedicated Internet connections, and broadband Internet connections including necessary additions and changes to associated routers, switches, and encryption devices.
• Planning, designing, engineering, configuring, operating, maintaining, defending, troubleshooting, and repairing LAN PORs.
• Planning, designing, engineering, configuring, operating, maintaining, defending, troubleshooting, and repairing WAN infrastructures, including necessary additions and changes to associated routers, switches, external USSOCOM and commercial provider circuits and encryption devices.
• Planning, designing, engineering, configuring, operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing WAN Programs of Record (PORs).
• Planning, designing, engineering, configuring, operating, maintaining, defending, troubleshooting, and repairing the Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) architectures of USSOCOM, its Component Commands, TSOCs, and deployed forces.
• Planning, designing, engineering, configuring, maintaining, defending, troubleshooting, and repairing classified and unclassified wireless LANs, including wireless access points and their interconnection to the wired infrastructure.
• Provisioning, operating, managing, and monitoring LAN/WAN Virtual Private Network (VPN) services to securely connect remote elements and mission partners over the SIE and shared public IP networks, while ensuring compliance with applicable DoD, Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), DISA, United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM), and USSOCOM policies, procedures, regulations, and directives.
• Troubleshooting LAN/WAN voice, data, and transmission networks and evaluate the effect of architectural changes on them.
• Implementing network and security access.
• Configuring, updating, monitoring, managing, troubleshooting, and documenting routers and switches in the USSOCOM LAN/WAN networks.
• Collaborating and coordinating with external Government and commercial circuit providers to expedite the restoration of circuit outages.
• Participating in and support LAN/WAN exercises.
• Some positions may require shift work and/or an ability to work a non-standard work schedule to support the USSOCOM mission.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship; DoD security clearance at the TS w/SCI level or above is required
• BS/BA + 2 years of experience OR MS + 0 years of experience OR AS/AA + 4 years of experience OR HS with 6 years of experience
• IAT Level II certification
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Desired Qualifications:

• Must be DoW 8140 compliant under the Work Role Code 441 – Network Operations Specialist - 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

$80,000 - $128,000. 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.