Systems Engineer - Journeyman

Job Requirements pope field, NC Top Secret/SCI Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified $66,000 - $106,000 Job Description About Peraton 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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. About The Role Join Peraton's mission-critical team supporting secure, real-time data delivery across complex operational environments in direct support of our nation's warfighters. If you are driven by national security and energized by cutting-edge C2ISR capabilities, sensor integration, and resilient data transport solutions, we invite you to join our team. We are seeking highly cleared professionals who excel at the intersection of advanced communications infrastructure, distributed systems, and mission assurance-where reliability, security, and performance are paramount. Specifically, we are looking for aTS/SCI cleared Systems Engineer - Journeyman to support this mission at Pope Army Airfield, North Carolina.

Responsibilities:

As a Systems Engineer - Journeyman you will provide technical and management leadership for all equipment and information support functions across the Task Order.

Your responsibilities include:

Possesses and applies expertise in designing, optimizing, and providing engineering oversight for the management of C2ISR Data Transport Infrastructure technological platforms. Support of

GLOBAL INFRASTRUCTURE

Primary transport and dissemination systems including

DDS, B1DDS, B2TR, B3IGS

Support of Cloud infrastructure including GC2, mC2, Joint Cloud with DAF CLOUDworks Support of Operations and Management systems including ServiceNow, CDS, CAAP Support of network Infrastructure including RGEPs, IGEPs, MGEP, ground terminals and gateways Support of Multiple network domains (e.g., Commercial, NIPR (CUI), SIPR, JWICS) Develops integrated strategies for network configuration management, performance monitoring (e.g., using Prometheus, Grafana), and technological resource optimization (e.g., virtual machine sizing, storage tiering). Designs and implements systematic monitoring protocols for diverse technological systems (e.g., Linux, Windows, virtual environments), network components (e.g., routers, firewalls, load balancers), and user access, leveraging tools like Splunk or Elastic Stack, ACAS. Engineers user access management frameworks and procedures, including single sign-on (SSO) integration, multi-factor authentication (MFA) design, and role-based access control (RBAC) definitions leveraging zero trust approach. Provides engineering support for the coordination of Authorized Service Interruptions (ASIs) and troubleshooting efforts by designing efficient diagnostic procedures and automation scripts (e.g., PowerShell, Python). Designs and optimizes automated solutions for routine systems administration tasks, such as patch deployment, backup verification, and log rotation, using platforms like Ansible, Puppet, or scripting. Operates with appreciable latitude in defining engineering solutions that ensure secure, efficient operation of global transport infrastructure systems across diverse network environments. Utilize the following

Role Specific Tools:

Network engineering platforms (SolarWinds, NetScout, Cisco DNA Center); ServiceNow; Jira Service Desk; SATCOM monitoring and acquisition tools (Satellite Acquisition Manager, L3 Harris SRVT monitoring, ViaSat hub portals); latency measurement and QoS optimization tools (p95/p99 latency trackers, edge computing performance monitors); cloud orchestration and sustainment tools (Azure Arc, AWS Console, milCloud 2.0 IL5 Landing Zone, Grizzy2.0 containerization with Docker/Kubernetes, virtualization with VMware/Hyper V); cross domain solution monitoring (e.g. Everfox High Speed Guard dashboards, CDS compliance trackers); end to end visibility dashboards (AI assisted anomaly detection, service dependency mapping, mission impact scoring); engineering deployment kits (Tactical Relay Kits, RGEP/IGEP installation toolsets); incident tracking and COOP readiness systems (VPN token management, alternate site readiness trackers, SOP/QRC libraries).

Qualifications Required qualifications:

Previous experience as a Systems Engineer or similar role supporting a DoD customer at the CCMD level; Minimum of 5 years' experience with a BS/BA or 3 years' experience with a MS/MA or 1 years' experience with a PhD. or 9 years' with a HS Diploma/equivalent or 7 years' with AS/AA degree A current, active DoD security clearance at the TS/SCI level US citizenship is required DoD 8140 role for

WRC:

451;

Element:

IT;

Work Role:

System Administrator;

Proficiency Level:

Intermediate / ability to obtain

Desired Qualifications:

DoD-approved IA baseline certification for

ADP-III/IT-III

based on the IAT level and CE/Operating System (OS) certificate within six months of the assignment.

Work Environment:

Location:

Pope Army Airfield, NC On-site expectations: Full-time on-site presence required for equipment management and asset tracking

Travel:

May require occasional travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites for logistics coordination and facility assessments Why Join Us? Be part of a mission-critical team supporting our nation's elite and its mission partners in delivering cutting-edge C2ISR capabilities Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment supporting critical national security operations Manage cutting-edge communications and sensor systems that directly impact operational readiness Access to professional development opportunities and career growth within the intelligence and cybersecurity community Opportunity to work with advanced tactical communications technologies and AISR systems #C2

ISR Details Target Salary Range:

$66,000 - $106,000. 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.

EEO:

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

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