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# Senior Network Engineer

- **Company:** Peraton Inc
- **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $176,000.0 - $282,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Wireless LAN, Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Protocols, Software Engineering, TCP/IP, Wide Area Networks, Network Routers, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology
- **Published:** October 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/87402566/1

## About the Role

Required

 * Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA in a relevant technical discipline; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with PhD
 * Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance, with polygraph
 * 5+ years in Network Engineering (LAN/WAN, Communications, Computer Systems, Cross Domain), Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or equivalent work experience
 * Strong background in CI/CD in relationship to Cross Domain Solutions and general software development
 * Sound judgement, problem solving, and decision-making skills with an ability to adapt to emerging issues and changing priorities under short deadlines
 * Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and stay abreast of leading-edge technologies
 * Experience with network security technologies, such as:
o Firewalls (configuration, rule management)
o Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
o Secure network architecture design
o Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.), architectures (LAN, WAN, WLAN), and devices (routers, switches, firewalls)

Desired

 * Experience with both on-premise and cloud deployment technologies and automation
 * Detailed oriented, organized, able to multitask, and adaptable to shifting requirements
 * Flexibility - works well both independently and as a team player; must be eager to learn
 * Candidate should be a self-starter and possess a willingness to dive into new technologies when appropriate
 * Experience implementing and documenting standard operating procedures of systems or networks (e.g., Linux, Window, Cloud platforms etc.)

## Description

Peraton is seeking a talented Network Engineer to join our team in Chantilly, VA to assist with the client's complex infrastructure, with expertise spanning multiple critical domains, including custom cross-domain architecture. Your work will focus on designing, engineering and implementation of complex mission networks.
Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the intricacies and interdependencies within these systems, enabling informed decision-making and providing strategic guidance

 * Spend a significant amount of time dedicated towards assisting improving reliability in each of the systems and researching root-cause of Tier 2 related tickets
 * Foster collaborative partnerships across functional teams and identify opportunities to build efficiencies into innovative IT systems that support the cyber mission systems
 * Required to participate in the 24/7 duty phone rotation - estimated at 3x per year