SITEC - Network Security Engineer (C2C) - MacDill AFB

Peraton; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Network Security Engineer to support SITEC-3 EOM at MacDill AFB, FL. You will design, deploy, and optimize C2C/NAC architectures to enforce Zero Trust access across a globally distributed environment.

You will lead automated device discovery, real-time posture checks, and remediation workflows, collaborating closely with SOC and IT teams to maintain secure, compliant operations.

Qualifications

• DoD DoW TS/SCI clearance required.
• DoD 8570 IAT II Certification and CCNA required.
• DoW 8140 compliance under Work Role Code 521 or higher.
• Experience with DoD enterprise networks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engineer, sustain, and optimize C2C architectures and NAC platforms to enforce policy-driven device authentication across global networks.
• Design automated device discovery pipelines for 100% visibility of IP-connected assets including IoT/OT.
• Develop bi-directional workflows between NAC and endpoint tools for real-time posture assessment and policy checks.
• Configure automated remediation and quarantine policies without interrupting network operations.
• Collaborate with SOC and admins to align policies with DoW STIGs and EXORDs.
• Design and maintain underlying network infrastructure to support secure C2C enforcement and 802.1X.
• Create architecture diagrams, data flow maps, and SOPs for SOC and network personnel.

Skills

Network Security

ZTNA

NAC

Endpoint management

Automation scripting

Education

DoD TS/SCI clearance

CCNA

DOD 8570 IAT II Certification

DoW 8140 compliance

CCNP/CCIE (desirable)

Tools

Forescout

Cisco ISE

MECM

HBSS/ESS

ACAS

802.1X

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton requires Network Security Engineers to support the Special Operation Command Information Technology Enterprise Contract (SITEC) – 3 EOM. This position is located at MacDill AFB in Florida.

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 C2C Network Security Engineer will serve as a technical authority for the design, deployment, optimization, and administration of the enterprise Comply to Connect (C2C) security framework. This role heavily prioritizes advanced Network Access Control (NAC), continuous endpoint discovery, real-time posture assessment, and automated remediation over traditional routing and switching. The engineer will lead initiatives to ensure that no device—whether managed, unmanaged, or Internet of Things (IoT)—accesses DoW network infrastructure without verifying its security posture and operational compliance. By bridging the gap between network infrastructure, cybersecurity policy, and endpoint management tools, this role is critical to enforcing Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) across highly complex, mission-critical environments.

• Engineer, sustain, and optimize enterprise Comply to Connect (C2C) architectures and Network Access Control (NAC) platforms (e.g., Forescout, Cisco ISE) to enforce dynamic, policy-driven device authentication across globally distributed networks.
• Design and maintain automated device discovery pipelines to ensure 100% visibility of all IP-connected assets, including physical, virtual, IoT, OT, and rogue devices, across all enterprise network segments.
• Develop and integrate bi-directional orchestration workflows between NAC platforms and endpoint management/security tools (e.g., MECM, HBSS/ESS, ACAS) to conduct real-time posture assessment and policy compliance checks.
• Configure and manage automated remediation and quarantine policies, ensuring non-compliant or rogue endpoints are isolated or restricted to remediation VLANs without interrupting broader network operations.
• Collaborate closely with Security Operations Centers (SOC), systems administrators, and security teams to align network access policies with DoW STIGs, execution orders (EXORDs), and C2C compliance mandates.
• Design, configure, and maintain the underlying enterprise network infrastructure (routing, switching, and firewalls)specifically to support secure C2C enforcement points, 802.1X authentication, and dynamic VLAN assignment.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive C2C system architecture diagrams, logical data flow maps, policy matrixes, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for SOC and network personnel.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Min 12 years with HS degree, 10 years with AS/AA degree, 8 years with BS/BA, 6 years with MS/MA, 3 years with PhD
• A DoW TS/SCI clearance is required
• DOD 8570 IAT II Certification AND CCNA; AND
• Must be with DoW 8140 compliant under the Work Role Code 521– Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist - Intermediate level or higher.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience operating within Department of War (DoW) or DoD enterprise network environments.
• Active, high-level vendor certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE).
• Experience with security and defending enterprise networks
• Familiarity with network automation and infrastructure-as-code scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible, REST APIs).

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

$104,000 - $166,000. 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.