We are seeking a Network Engineer to support mission-critical classified network operations within a federal intelligence environment. This role requires a highly experienced engineer with deep expertise in secure network infrastructure cryptographic systems VoIP technologies and SCIF environment engineering. The ideal candidate will drive network modernization initiatives maintain secure communications for senior executive leadership and ensure continuous operational readiness of classified networks supporting national security missions. This position demands hands-on technical excellence combined with the ability to operate independently in high-stakes time-sensitive environments.
Key Responsibilities
Design build and maintain secure network infrastructure supporting classified (TS/SCI) operations including SCIF environments and executive-level secure communications
Manage and maintain secure communication uplinks with senior government entities ensuring link reliability during national security operations and crisis response scenarios
Build and orchestrate secure Video Teleconferencing (VTC) for senior executive leadership managing end-to-end call architecture QoS encryption synchronization and real-time troubleshooting
Harden network security and cryptographic integrity by deploying replacing and reconfiguring TACLANE encryption devices and other Type-1 cryptographic equipment to meet strict security mandates
Lead network modernization efforts including full lifecycle management of network assetsfrom site surveys and facility layout optimization to rack builds hardware integration and decommissioning of end-of-life equipment
Execute end-to-end fiber operations including installation fusion splicing termination diagnostics and OTDR testing to ensure low-latency high-reliability connectivity for classified networks
Transition legacy systems to high-performance architectures by building and integrating next-generation switches routers and servers with minimal service disruption to critical operations
Lead large-scale VoIP deployments and migrations (Cisco endpoints Call Manager voice gateways) managing provisioning asset tracking and user integration across enterprise environments
Maintain the integrity of classified communication systems including vIPER secure phones Cisco Voice Gateways and secure network drops within SCIF/Top Secret areas
Manage deployment and maintenance of enterprise-level hardware including fiber/Cat6A cabling Wireless Access Points (WAPs) PoE switches and UPS power systems
Conduct detailed site assessments and produce comprehensive network documentation topologies and infrastructure schematics to facilitate scalability and thermal management
Represent technical interests at Maintenance Review Boards (MRB) to ensure infrastructure changes align with strategic goals and maintain mission continuity
Coordinate planned outages and emergency restorations with the Network Operations Center (NOC) maintaining strict SLAs and minimizing service disruptions
Implement and maintain DISA STIG hardening guidelines and security compliance standards across all network infrastructure
Leverage ticketing systems (JIRA ServiceNow or equivalent) to streamline incident response and change requests prioritizing mission-critical network issues to maximize system uptime
Train and mentor junior engineers in network engineering techniques enhancing team capabilities and improving project delivery timelines
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Active Q/SCI or TS/SCI clearance
12 years of progressive experience
8 years of hands-on experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure in classified federal environments
Demonstrated expertise in cryptographic systems and TACLANE integration deployment and reconfiguration
Strong experience with Cisco networking technologies including enterprise routing switching and VoIP (Call Manager voice gateways Cisco endpoints)
Hands-on experience with fiber optic installation fusion splicing termination and OTDR testing
Experience with SCIF environment engineering and maintaining classified communication systems
Knowledge of DISA STIG hardening guidelines and federal network security compliance standards
Experience with enterprise hardware deployment including rack builds PoE switches WAPs UPS systems and structured cabling (Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A)
Proficiency with network monitoring tools (SolarWinds or equivalent) for performance monitoring and operational reporting
Strong troubleshooting skills across routing protocols (OSPF BGP) Layer 2 switching VoIP Layer 1 physical connectivity and IPSec tunnels
Excellent documentation skills with experience producing network topologies site assessments and technical runbooks
Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate across NOC cybersecurity facilities and executive stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
Cisco certifications: CCNP Enterprise CCNP Collaboration or CCIE
Bachelors degree preferred
Direct experience supporting Department of Energy (DOE) missions including NNSA OCIO or Intelligence & Counterintelligence (IN) offices
Experience managing secure communications for senior executive leadership
Experience with large-scale VoIP migrations (8000 endpoints)
Familiarity with network automation and scripting tools (Python Ansible or equivalent)
Experience with server farm consolidation expansion and data center infrastructure management
Background in enterprise camera/security system installation and maintenance
Experience coordinating with NNSA Emergency Management and inter-agency partners on infrastructure projects
CompTIA Network Security or equivalent industry certifications
Continuous tenure supporting federal classified environments
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 worlds 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 cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$135000 - $216000. 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 individuals 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.
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EEO: Equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veterans or other characteristics protected by law.
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ResponsibilitiesPosition OverviewWe are seeking a Network Engineer to support mission-critical classified network operations within a federal intelligence environment. This role requires a highly experienced engineer with deep expertise in secure network infrastructure cryptographic systems VoIP tec...
Responsibilities
Position Overview
We are seeking a Network Engineer to support mission-critical classified network operations within a federal intelligence environment. This role requires a highly experienced engineer with deep expertise in secure network infrastructure cryptographic systems VoIP technologies and SCIF environment engineering. The ideal candidate will drive network modernization initiatives maintain secure communications for senior executive leadership and ensure continuous operational readiness of classified networks supporting national security missions. This position demands hands-on technical excellence combined with the ability to operate independently in high-stakes time-sensitive environments.
Key Responsibilities
Design build and maintain secure network infrastructure supporting classified (TS/SCI) operations including SCIF environments and executive-level secure communications
Manage and maintain secure communication uplinks with senior government entities ensuring link reliability during national security operations and crisis response scenarios
Build and orchestrate secure Video Teleconferencing (VTC) for senior executive leadership managing end-to-end call architecture QoS encryption synchronization and real-time troubleshooting
Harden network security and cryptographic integrity by deploying replacing and reconfiguring TACLANE encryption devices and other Type-1 cryptographic equipment to meet strict security mandates
Lead network modernization efforts including full lifecycle management of network assetsfrom site surveys and facility layout optimization to rack builds hardware integration and decommissioning of end-of-life equipment
Execute end-to-end fiber operations including installation fusion splicing termination diagnostics and OTDR testing to ensure low-latency high-reliability connectivity for classified networks
Transition legacy systems to high-performance architectures by building and integrating next-generation switches routers and servers with minimal service disruption to critical operations
Lead large-scale VoIP deployments and migrations (Cisco endpoints Call Manager voice gateways) managing provisioning asset tracking and user integration across enterprise environments
Maintain the integrity of classified communication systems including vIPER secure phones Cisco Voice Gateways and secure network drops within SCIF/Top Secret areas
Manage deployment and maintenance of enterprise-level hardware including fiber/Cat6A cabling Wireless Access Points (WAPs) PoE switches and UPS power systems
Conduct detailed site assessments and produce comprehensive network documentation topologies and infrastructure schematics to facilitate scalability and thermal management
Represent technical interests at Maintenance Review Boards (MRB) to ensure infrastructure changes align with strategic goals and maintain mission continuity
Coordinate planned outages and emergency restorations with the Network Operations Center (NOC) maintaining strict SLAs and minimizing service disruptions
Implement and maintain DISA STIG hardening guidelines and security compliance standards across all network infrastructure
Leverage ticketing systems (JIRA ServiceNow or equivalent) to streamline incident response and change requests prioritizing mission-critical network issues to maximize system uptime
Train and mentor junior engineers in network engineering techniques enhancing team capabilities and improving project delivery timelines
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Active Q/SCI or TS/SCI clearance
12 years of progressive experience
8 years of hands-on experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure in classified federal environments
Demonstrated expertise in cryptographic systems and TACLANE integration deployment and reconfiguration
Strong experience with Cisco networking technologies including enterprise routing switching and VoIP (Call Manager voice gateways Cisco endpoints)
Hands-on experience with fiber optic installation fusion splicing termination and OTDR testing
Experience with SCIF environment engineering and maintaining classified communication systems
Knowledge of DISA STIG hardening guidelines and federal network security compliance standards
Experience with enterprise hardware deployment including rack builds PoE switches WAPs UPS systems and structured cabling (Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A)
Proficiency with network monitoring tools (SolarWinds or equivalent) for performance monitoring and operational reporting
Strong troubleshooting skills across routing protocols (OSPF BGP) Layer 2 switching VoIP Layer 1 physical connectivity and IPSec tunnels
Excellent documentation skills with experience producing network topologies site assessments and technical runbooks
Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate across NOC cybersecurity facilities and executive stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
Cisco certifications: CCNP Enterprise CCNP Collaboration or CCIE
Bachelors degree preferred
Direct experience supporting Department of Energy (DOE) missions including NNSA OCIO or Intelligence & Counterintelligence (IN) offices
Experience managing secure communications for senior executive leadership
Experience with large-scale VoIP migrations (8000 endpoints)
Familiarity with network automation and scripting tools (Python Ansible or equivalent)
Experience with server farm consolidation expansion and data center infrastructure management
Background in enterprise camera/security system installation and maintenance
Experience coordinating with NNSA Emergency Management and inter-agency partners on infrastructure projects
CompTIA Network Security or equivalent industry certifications
Continuous tenure supporting federal classified environments
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 worlds 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 cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$135000 - $216000. 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 individuals 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.
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