Network Administrator
About The Position
Peraton’s Cyber Mission supports the United States Air Force by delivering mission-critical Cyber professionals who defend our nation’s security. Our team of experts provides innovative engineering, logistics , sustainment, and customer support to ensure the functionality of network infrastructure, while addressing the most complex cyber operations and national defense challenges. Peraton is seeking a Network Administrator to support our mission to defend and protect our national security . The Network Administratior performs day-to-day administration of network devices to maintain operational stability, security, and connectivity. They monitor performance, apply changes, and assist in troubleshooting to support mission readiness and end-user requirements .
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience, Master's degree with 0 ye ars of experience, 6 years of experience with no degree
- US Citizenship and a current active TOP SECRET Clearance with SCI .
- Must comply with DoD 8140/DCWF Work Role 441 requirements, holding an approved baseline certification and meeting all KSAs related to network monitoring, fault isolation, and performance optimization.
- Experience supporting network device operations in a production environment.
- Familiarity with basic networking concepts such as TCP/IP, VLANs, and routing fundamentals.
- Ability to apply configuration changes, patches, and updates under supervision.
- Basic troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving connectivity issues .
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to enterprise networking equipment from vendors such as Cisco or Juniper.
- Basic knowledge of IPv6 addressing and migration planning .
- Understanding of wireless network configuration and troubleshooting.
- Experience supporting hybrid cloud or virtualized network environments .
Responsibilities
- Perform daily monitoring of network devices to verify performance and availability.
- Apply routine updates, patches, and configuration changes to maintain compliance and stability.
- Assist with basic configuration of routers, switches, and firewalls.
- Troubleshoot common connectivity issues for users and escalate complex problems as needed.
- Maintain accurate network documentation including configuration records and change logs.
- Monitor security alerts and support the enforcement of access control policies .
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
