Systems Administration - 8140 Certified, 451, B-level / Active Secret

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.

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking to hire an experienced System Administrator for its' Joint Distribution Process Analysis Center (JDPAC) program with the United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM). 

 

Location: On-Site, Scott AFB, IL

 

In this role, you will: 

• Plan, organize, and execute large conferences, workshops, symposiums and other events.
• Ensure the Force Flow Calendar is updated weekly.
• Be responsible for assisting with overall planning, preparation and execution of TPFDD and all other events held in facility.
• Coordinate with action officers from inside and outside the command to identify conference requirements, provides status updates for each tasking and addresses critical issues as they occur.
• Prepare and present information such as facility capabilities, IT/Administrative/security support, VTC opportunities and other pertinent issues.
• Be responsible for ensuring that all three computer networks (NIPR, SIPR, and JWICS) remain connected. Should any of these systems lose network connectivity, a trouble ticket must be submitted within 24 hours for monitoring and resolution.
• Coordinate with J6, TCAC and other directorates as required to ensure computers within the conference center have the current approved version of the required software, to include modeling and simulation tools to support conferences.
• Prepare support facility access, system requirement set-up, and requests by the supported command, military service, Transportation Component Command (TCC) and/or customer agency for events assigned.
• Be responsible to support aspects of the events from actual setup at the venue through conference completion, including accountability of computer systems and return of visitor badges.
• Serve as liaison officer for conference planning to the USTRANSCOM staff and other action officers.
• Interact with conference planners, action officers and various diverse stakeholders as required to ensure prompt and courteous service.
• Day-to-day this task deals with unclassified through TOP SECRET analysis requirements.
• Must be able to provide Critical Sensitive Position (TOP SECRET) support as required. 

 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: 

• Bachelors degree and 5 years of relevant experience.
  • An additional 4 years of experience will be considered in lieu of the bachelors degree.
• Active DoD 8140 certification, System Administrator (451) and B-level - CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, or higher-level certifications (e.g., Security+, GSEC, SecurityX, CCSP).
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Active Secret with the ability to obtain a final Top Secret security clearance. 

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.

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements

The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.