Lead Field Support Technician - Network Engineer

Peraton•Vandenberg SFB, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a Lead Field Support Technician (Network Engineer) to support operations, maintenance, and sustainment activities under the Eastern/Western Range Operational Communications Services (EWOCS) contract at Vandenberg Space Force Base. This role supports mission-critical security systems operating within secure, closed-network environments. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of leadership and hands-on experience with low voltage, system administration, and engineering experience supporting operational infrastructure.

Requirements

Active Secret security clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Technology or related field and 2+ years of experience. An additional four (4) Equivalent experience in lieu of a degree will be considered
Minimum of 2 years of experience in systems administration, network support, or infrastructure support within a DoD or mission-critical environment
Experience supporting secure or closed network environments
Hands-on experience with: Windows operating systems, Client-server environments, Basic networking concepts (IP addressing, switching, routing fundamentals)
Experience performing hardware installations, cabling, or field support activities
Must be able to support non-traditional work hours to support specific events and on-call

Nice To Haves

Experience with: Physical security systems (access control, analog and IP CCTV, and intrusion detection)
EITAAS Ticketing system
Experience working in geographically distributed engineering environments
Strong troubleshooting skills across low voltage systems, networks, and infrastructure components
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience leading teams

Responsibilities

Lead a technical team to provide support for the 30th and the 45th SW
Validate weekly and monthly routine tasks are completed and documented
Provide standardized training to team members for all shop tasks
Provide status updates to Peraton, the Prime contractor, and Government Customer through official ticketing systems, meetings, and weekly and monthly reports
Coordinate work schedules for all team members and ensure 100% task coverage
Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot mission-critical systems supporting launch operations and range communications
Support closed/air-gapped network environments, ensuring system availability and performance
Support and troubleshoot security systems, including: Bosch/Radionics Intrusion Detection Systems, C-Cure and Lenel Access Control Systems, Analog and IP Surveillance Systems
Identify and resolve system, network, and power issues using diagnostic tools and test equipment
Support operational readiness in a high-availability, mission-focused environment
Execute hardware installations and field engineering tasks, including rack integration, cabling, and system deployments
Implement system modifications and upgrades in response to customer needs
Perform system engineering tasks including: System documentation and configuration management, Solution replacement/upgrade recommendation
Perform systems administration tasks including: User account management and access control, Software installation and patching, Backup and recovery operations
Support Public Address events
Setup portable equipment including microphones, mixers, speakers, bluetooth receivers
Coordinate with customers to support various events