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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer, Principal - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Reston, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $176,000.0 - $282,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Data Centers, High-Level Architecture, Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Network Service, Zero Trust Network Access, Load Balancing, Cloud Platform System, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Cloud Migration, Service Stack, Vmware - **Published:** June 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9843857c255416c1 ## About the Role * Active Top Secret/ Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with ability to obtain a Poly level Clearance. * Minimum of 16 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree (Master's degree and 14 years of relevant experience or PhD with 10 years of relevant work experience. 4 years experience may be used in Lieu of a degree. * 10+ years of progressive experience in IT Infrastructure, with at least 4 years in a lead or principal engineering capacity. * Proven track record of managing large-scale, distributed enterprise environments and technical refresh. * Deep expertise in virtualization (VMware/KVM), containerization (Kubernetes), and cloud orchestration. * Strong understanding of Zero-Trust Architecture and high-availability load balancing. * Ability to effectively communicate complex technical issues and solutions to all organizational levels, from individual contributors to executives. * CISSP or Security+ Certification required., * Active TS/SCI with Poly clearances. * Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect, CISSP, ITIL v 4.0 Foundations. * Experience with current IC customer. ## Description Peraton is seeking a Systems Engineer, Principal to join our national intelligence program in Northern Virginia as the primary technical authority responsible for the strategic design, implementation, and 24/7 operational excellence of the IT Enterprise Infrastructure client's technology stack., * Serve as the primary technical authority responsible for strategic design, implementation, and 24/7 operational excellence. * Define and maintain the multi-year infrastructure roadmaps for leading edge IT Enterprise modernization, to include decommissioning/ replacement for Technical Refresh and insertion of new technologies. * Lead the program engineering strategy for data centers, cloud environments, and network services, that include a focus on Technical Refresh. * Bridge the gap between high-level architecture and hands-on implementation, ensuring that system upgrades are executed with zero downtime and maximum security. * Lead Program Technical Governance: Establish engineering standards, perform rigorous engineering/ peer reviews, and ensure all infrastructure adheres to modern cybersecurity frameworks. * Oversee cloud migrations, data center modernization, global networking, and cybersecurity integration with the mission is to transform "legacy" into "leading-edge" while maintaining the 99.99% uptime our global operations demand. * Drive operational excellence in Incident, Problem, and Change Management to include root cause analysis and action plans to mitigate risk and eliminate recurrence. * Lead Technical Training iteratives for new technologies introduced into the environment impacting stakeholders and clients. * Lead the Infrastructure transition to automate provisioning and scaling. * Lead Quality **Travel may be required within the National Capital Region (NCR) on an as needed basis for customer or corporate requirements. ## Related Videos - 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