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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Network Engineer (Tier III) - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $135,000.0 - $216,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Secure Shell (SSH), Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Border Gateway Protocol, Configuration Management, Complex Networks, Computer Networks, Domain Name System (DNS), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Log Analysis, Network Architecture, Networking Basics, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Simple Network Management Protocols, Software Systems, Wide Area Networks, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Computer Network Operations, Juniper - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9081317/sr-network-engineer-tier-iii ## About the Role * An active/current TS/SCI Security Clearance is required. * Must be able to work shift schedule (Panama) supporting 24/7 operations. * Bachelor's degree in an IT related field and 8 years of related experience or a commensurate combination of education, training and experience, is required; four years of relevant experience in the above-cited duties may be substituted in lieu of a degree. * A current/valid CCNA certification. * DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II. * Experience with the design, implementation, and support of network infrastructure solutions for routing and switching of complex networks. * Experience and understanding of networking fundamentals such as network protocols and common services (e.g., DNS, FTP, SSH, SNMP). * Implementation and troubleshooting experience of networks using concepts/protocols such as BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPNs and emerging concepts such as Software Defined Networking. * Prior experience supporting a Government and/or Department of Defense customer. Desired Qualifications: * A current/valid CCNP-Enterprise Infrastructure certification * An Engineering degree with a networking focus. * Eight (8+) total years of experience in architecture/design, development, and implementation of Wide Area Network (WAN) architecture. * Exceptional verbal, written (including the development of CONOPS and procedural documentation), interpersonal, and presentation skills. * Juniper Enterprise Routing and Switching, Professional (JNCIP-ENT). * Advanced Network monitoring and log analysis tool experience with the ability to deploy and improve the current deployments of these systems. * Experience working in a telecommunications carrier environment performing mission critical network implementations. * Self-driven and resourceful in achieving goals independently as well as in cooperation with others. * Experience with application of DoD IAVAs, DISA STIGs, and NIST security controls ## Description Peraton provides a secure, worldwide, high-performance communications network comprised of real-time interactive applications operating over a dedicated IP backbone with secure services for complex national and worldwide executive-level communications. Peraton provides the O&M of the network infrastructure and its components, integration for development of hardware and software solutions, and task support for the delivery of system, network, software, and security solutions., Peraton is seeking a self-driven and resourceful Senior Network Engineer to join our dynamic Network and Unified Communications Architecture team in Washington, DC. Peraton has served as the prime contractor for this program since its inception in the 1980's. We provide high-level government leaders with reliable secure voice, video, and fax communications anytime, anywhere, in any environment in support of day-to-day operations. We support a secure, worldwide, high-performance communications network comprised of real-time interactive applications allowing complex national and worldwide communications. Peraton provides the O&M of the network infrastructure and its components. We provide integration for development of hardware and software solutions, and engineering support for the delivery of system, network, software, and security solutions. As a Senior Network Engineer, you will provide expert-level technical assistance for complex and critical system issues. This position will focus on Tier III support for in-depth analysis, root cause investigation, and the development of permanent solutions. The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for but not limited to: * Create/modify network drawings, author system engineering documents and plans. * Support design, test, and pre-deployment readiness reviews. * Support the network operations of the Production system. * Provide the team with recommendations on modern engineering approaches and strategies to improve successful task order deployments. * Develop, implement, and manage network engineering processes including configuration management and design standards to ensure contract compliance, technological relevancy, and sustainability. * Perform capacity planning of the network by monitoring and analyzing network performance and availability. * Proactively researches and evaluates tools and technologies, as appropriate, to the network environment, while developing solutions to increase performance and lower the total cost of ownership. ## Related Videos - [Progressive Delivery in Kubernetes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/949-progressive-delivery-in-kubernetes) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) ## Related Articles - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)