SOCOM - Network Engineer - MacDill AFB

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

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Senior Network Engineer at MacDill AFB, Florida, to design, implement, and optimize the USSOCOM SITEC enterprise network with a focus on reliability, security, and performance for mission-critical applications.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance and DOD 8570 IAT II certification, and demands deep experience in large-scale LAN/WAN, security, and network architecture to support global operations 24x7. On-site position with a challenging IT modernization program.

Qualifications

• DoD TS/SCI clearance is required.
• DOD 8570 IAT II Certification required.
• Extensive experience in network design, LAN/WAN, security and TCP/IP.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and lead enterprise networks across data, voice and video.
• Collaborate with vendors and government on network implementation and optimization.
• Provide high-level technical support for LAN/WAN hardware, switches and routers.
• Lead technical teams integrating new technology into the operational environment.
• Establish baselines to measure network performance across a global enterprise.
• Advise senior government staff on industry best practices and enterprise security.

Skills

DoD TS/SCI clearance

DOD 8570 IAT II Certification

Education

High School Diploma

AS/AA degree

BS/BA degree

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton requires Network 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 SOF Integration Facility team is in search of an experienced and innovative Senior Network Engineer to support USSOCOM's network enterprise modernization initiatives. We are seeking a proactive, meticulous, and highly motivated individual capable of facilitating complex design discussions and collaborating with other teams to integrate technology seamlessly. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing, designing, and optimizing network solutions to ensure the availability, security, and performance of mission-critical applications. This role requires a robust technical background, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively within cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, customer-service focused, and eager to grow within a dynamic IT modernization environment.

Senior Network Engineers perform tier three network support in accordance with the SIE OPORD. Extensive experience in areas such as network design and implementation, LAN/WAN interfacing, security, internet protocols and TCP/IP, as well as server and network infrastructure is required.

This position tests and analyzes elements of network facilities, including power, software, security features, In-Line Encryption (INE) communications devices, communications lines, modems, and terminals and is responsible for the overall integration of the enterprise network. Senior Network Engineers are also responsible for planning, modeling, simulation, design, installation, maintenance, management and coordination of the network.

This position monitors and controls the performance and status of network resources by using software and hardware tools, as well as by identifying and diagnosing complex problems and factors affecting network performance. Senior Network Engineers keep his or her technical skills updated and studies vendor products to determine those which best meet the Government's needs. Senior Network Engineers provide guidance and direction for junior network support technicians.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Engineer and lead enterprise/dev data, voice and video networks

• Collaborate with vendors, the Government, carriers, and technical staff on network implementation, optimization and ongoing management
• Providing high-level support and technical expertise in networking technology, including LAN/WAN hardware, switches, bridges and routers
• Lead technical teams that integrating new technology into the existing operational environment
• Establish and document baselines to measure network performance and capability across a global enterprise
• Advise senior government staff on industry best practices and provide policy recommendations to implement those practices
• Providing comprehensive systems and network engineering and architectural planning services.
• Interfacing with O&M personnel by providing strategic design and support to projects as directed.
• Comprehensively reviewing existing architectures on a regular basis, recommending and assisting with the design and implementation of systems and network improvements as required.
• Establishing systems engineering with a focus on the end-to-end functionality of complex systems
• Establishing service integration, database structure management, active directory services/DNS, Thin/zero client
• Providing data storage with expertise in SANs technologies, NAS technologies, iSCSI, and DAS
• Establishing portal/web services with expertise in the design of medium to large enterprise farms, geographical replication, interfacing with external data sources and integration of third- party add-ons.
• Performing disaster recovery and backup/restore.
• Supporting efforts for cybersecurity technology, risks identification and risk mitigation strategies related to cybersecurity, and A&A support documentation in accordance with applicable DoD and IC directives.
• Maintaining LAN, WAN and VoIP infrastructures, voice and data network systems, advanced engineering, and administration of multiprotocol routers, multilayer switches, network security devices and network management systems.
• Providing support with Wireless networking, Application delivery networking, Cloud computing, Mobile computing, End Point management, and desktop computing
• Establishing and operating network test facilities
• Maintaining a secure transfer of data to multiple locations via internal and external networks
• Working with vendors, the Government, carriers, and technical staff on network implementation, optimization, and ongoing management

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Min 16 years with HS degree, 14 years with AS/AA degree, 12 years with BS/BA, 10 years with MS/MA, 7 years with PhD
• A DoW TS/SCI clearance is required
• DOD 8570 IAT II Certification

Desired Qualifications:

• Must be with DoW 8140 compliant under the Work Role Code 441 - Network Operations Specialist - Advanced level or higher by 1 Oct 26.
• CCNP Collaboration OR
• CCNP Data Center OR
• CCNP Enterprise OR
• CCNP Security OR
• CCNP Service Provider OR
• CCDP OR
• CCIoT OR
• Aruba Certified Mobility Professional OR
• Juniper Networks Certified Specialist OR
• F5 Certified Technology Specialist OR
• Riverbed Certified Performance Engineering Professional

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.