SITEC - Network Wireless Engineer - MacDill AFB

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 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. 

 

• Performs systems engineering, design, analysis, and experimentation of wireless networks.
• Plans, leads, and executes requirements analysis, design, development, and documentation of complex information systems in support of USSOCOM and SOF missions supported by the SIE within the Peraton DEF.
• Evaluates the performance of Media Access Control (MAC) and higher layers of various types of wireless networks.
• Researches, designs, and implements wireless networks, including the definition of applicable engineering specifications and resource requirements for network hardware and software.
• Makes recommendations for wireless network optimization, additions and upgrades to meet the Government’s requirements.
• Conducts and documents radio frequency (RF) coverage and site surveys.
• Documents network infrastructure and design.
• Administers the operation of all LAN/WAN-related network services according to Government policies and procedures.
• Coordinates and implements network software and hardware upgrades.
• Troubleshoots and resolves LAN/WAN performance, connectivity, and related network problems.
• Administers LAN/WAN security, antivirus, and spam control measures.
• Uses a variety of tools to monitor and troubleshoot network.
• Creates monitoring reports and logs and ensures the functionality of links.
• Implements and manages zero trust security measures, including implementing security concepts such as access control, encryption, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, cloud-based security models and cloud-based security controls.
• Develops Zero Trust Architecture IAW NIST SP 800-207.
• Documents and maintains network topologies.
• Ensures wireless systems comply with USSOCOM Manuals 380-19 and 380-3 and NSA Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) Capability Packages.
• Resolves ticket request, works to resolve incidents, and escalates to engineering team when required.

Qualifications

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

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

• DoDD 8570 IAT II Certification AND CCNP Enterprise OR Certified Wireless Network Professional OR HPE Aruba Networking Certified Professional - Campus Access Register

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.

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.