Network Administrator SME

Job Requirements pope field, NC Top Secret/SCI Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified $104,000 - $166,000 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 Network Administrator - SME to support this mission at Pope Army Airfield, North Carolina.

Responsibilities:

As a Network Administrator - SME you will provide technical and management leadership for all equipment and information support functions across the Task Order.

Your responsibilities include:

Provides strategic technical and management leadership for defining the overarching vision, policies, and operational standards for C2ISR Network Troubleshooting Support across the entire enterprise. Establishes enterprise-level goals and long-range strategic plans for diagnostic capabilities, end-to-end infrastructure testing, and proactive monitoring across all mission-critical C2ISR network environments. Serves as an the principal authority on complex network performance issues, guiding strategic decisions during critical outages and influencing future network designs for enhanced diagnosability and resilience. Directs and controls all network troubleshooting initiatives, holding ultimate responsibility for strategic planning, resource allocation, and process methodologies, ensuring continuous operational effectiveness and communication resilience. Leverages deep domain and expert technical knowledge to conduct comprehensive network operational reviews, develop advanced mitigation strategies for complex network vulnerabilities, and integrate innovative, proactive networking solutions (e.g., AI-driven diagnostics, self-healing network segments). Engages in high-level client negotiations and strategic interfacing with senior management, shaping network policies, resource allocation, and technical standards with critical impact on C2ISR mission effectiveness and global operational continuity. Utilize the following

TO Management & Financial Tracking Tools:

Task Order portal; Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate); G Invoicing API; ASSIST portal integration; variance analysis dashboards; MS Project; Primavera; GFP management modules; WBS tracking systems; ServiceNow; Jira Service Desk; automated

RIP/CTP/TAR

workflows; SharePoint libraries; Confluence; Microsoft Search; lessons learned databases; video library repositories; Archer GRC; eMASS internal audit portals; Excel/SharePoint audit templates; CMDB with version control; Power BI with R/Python integration; Tableau; predictive analytics engines; Teams; Azure AD role based access; mobile access via Power Apps. Utilize the following

Role Specific Tools:

Microsoft Word; Excel; SharePoint; Confluence; ServiceNow; Jira; endpoint monitoring tools; basic wireless Network diagnostic platforms. SolarWinds, packet analyzers, SNMP, and command-line diagnostics, packet capture analysis (e.g., Wireshark) Service Desk ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Remedy); network diagramming software (Visio, Lucidchart); Qualifications Required qualifications: Previous experience as a Network Administrator or similar role supporting a DoD customer at the CCMD level; Minimum of 12 years' experience with a BS/BA or 10 years' experience with a MS/MA or 7 years' experience with a PhD. or 16 years' w/o a degree or 14 years' with AA/AS degree A current, active DoD security clearance at the TS/SCI level US citizenship is required DoD 8140 role for

WRC:

441;

Element:

IT;

Work Role:

Network Operations Specialist;

Proficiency Level:

Advanced 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:

$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.

EEO:

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

group id:

91005870 Apply now