Network Engineer (Tools & Automation)

Peraton•Ashburn, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a skilled Network Engineer (Tools & Automation) to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in optimizing and enhancing network performance. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and maintaining Riverbed SteelHead, NetProfiler, and other WAN optimization solutions. You will have experience in network performance monitoring, application acceleration, and traffic analysis in large-scale enterprise environments. Location: Onsite based in either Ashburn, VA, Springfield, VA or Orlando, FL. Candidates must reside near one of these locations to be considered.

Requirements

Bachelors degree and 12 years of experience or an Associates degree and 14 years of experience or a Masters degree and 10 years of experience or a High School diploma and 16 years of experience.
U.S. Citizenship (Required for CBP and government positions)
Must have the ability to obtain a CBP Public Trust clearance.
3 – 5 years of experience in network engineering, WAN optimization, or Riverbed product support.
Experience automating network operations and administration using scripting or programming languages such as Python, PowerShell, Bash, or Ansible.
Strong scripting or automation skills (Python, Ansible, PowerShell).
Understanding of API concepts (REST, SOAP) and experience with API consumption or integration.
Hands-on experience with Riverbed SteelHead, NetProfiler, and AppResponse.
Strong understanding of TCP/IP, MPLS, QoS, WAN/LAN networking, and cloud environments.
Familiarity with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), network security principles, and firewalls.
Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark, Splunk, or Cisco ThousandEyes).
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Understanding of API concepts (REST, SOAP) and experience with API consumption or integration.

Nice To Haves

Active CBP BI or Top Secret.
Riverbed Certified Solutions Associate (RCSA) or Riverbed Certified Solutions Professional (RCSP).
Experience with federal government IT environments, preferably DHS or CBP.
Familiarity with cloud-based networking (AWS, Azure, or hybrid environments).
Experience with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, DevOps).
Demonstrated experience in developing custom applications or integrations for network management or performance monitoring.
Knowledge of database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) for data storage and retrieval related to network metrics.
Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) for deploying network tools or services.
Contributions to open-source projects or a portfolio of personal development projects.

Responsibilities

Perform network performance analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization using NetIM, NetProfiler, and AppResponse.
Provide technical expertise in network traffic analysis, application performance monitoring (APM), and QoS.
Collaborate with network engineers, security teams, and system administrators to enhance CBP’s IT infrastructure.
Conduct root cause analysis of network performance issues and recommend solutions.
Implement configuration changes, upgrades, and patches for Riverbed appliances and software.
Develop technical documentation, reports, and performance metrics for CBP leadership.
Ensure compliance with federal security and IT policies.
Develop and implement automation scripts and tools (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Ansible) for network configuration, monitoring, and incident response.
Design, develop, and maintain custom applications or integrations to extend Riverbed capabilities and streamline network operations.
Utilize APIs to integrate Riverbed solutions with other IT systems, such as ticketing, monitoring, and orchestration platforms.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of internal software tools for network management, data analysis, and reporting.