SITEC - Network Wireless Engineer - MacDill AFB

Peraton • Tampa, FL

3d • $104,000 - $166,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is hiring a Network Wireless Engineer to support the Special Operation Command Information Technology Enterprise Contract (SITEC) 3 Enterprise Operations and Maintenance (EOM) at MacDill Air Force Base in Florida. The contract provides USSOCOM, its component commands, theater special operations commands, and deployed forces with operations and maintenance services for network operations and infrastructure, end-user and common-device support, configuration and asset management, training, and install, move, add, and change services. These services support users operating around the globe 24x7x365.

The engineer performs systems engineering, design, analysis, and experimentation for wireless networks, and leads requirements analysis, design, development, and documentation of complex information systems supporting USSOCOM and SOF missions. The role evaluates wireless network performance, researches and implements network solutions, recommends optimization and upgrades, conducts radio-frequency coverage and site surveys, and documents infrastructure and network topologies. It also administers and troubleshoots LAN/WAN services, coordinates network upgrades, applies security measures, and develops and implements Zero Trust security architecture and controls. The engineer resolves service tickets and incidents, escalating to the engineering team when needed.

The position requires a DoW TS/SCI clearance, DoW 8140 compliance at Network Operations Specialist Work Role Code 441, Intermediate level or higher, and the listed DoDD 8570 certification and wireless/network professional certification. The stated salary range is $104,000–$166,000; eligible employees may also qualify for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus.

Requirements

• At least 12 years of experience with a high school diploma, 10 years with an associate degree, 8 years with a bachelor's degree, 6 years with a master's degree, or 3 years with a PhD.
• DoW TS/SCI clearance.
• DoW 8140 compliance under Work Role Code 441 – Network Operations Specialist, Intermediate level or higher.
• DoDD 8570 IAT II certification and one of the following: CCNP Enterprise, Certified Wireless Network Professional, or HPE Aruba Networking Certified Professional - Campus Access Register.

Responsibilities

• Perform systems engineering, design, analysis, and experimentation of wireless networks.
• Plan, lead, and execute requirements analysis, design, development, and documentation of complex information systems supporting USSOCOM and SOF missions.
• Evaluate the performance of the Media Access Control (MAC) and higher layers of various wireless networks.
• Research, design, and implement wireless networks, including defining engineering specifications and resource requirements for network hardware and software.
• Recommend wireless network optimization, additions, and upgrades to meet Government requirements.
• Conduct and document radio-frequency coverage and site surveys.
• Document network infrastructure, design, and network topologies.
• Administer LAN/WAN-related network services according to Government policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and implement network software and hardware upgrades.
• Troubleshoot and resolve LAN/WAN performance, connectivity, and other network problems.
• Administer LAN/WAN security, antivirus, and spam-control measures.
• Use tools to monitor and troubleshoot networks; create monitoring reports and logs and ensure link functionality.
• Implement and manage Zero Trust security measures, including access control, encryption, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and cloud-based security models and controls.
• Develop Zero Trust Architecture in accordance with NIST SP 800-207.
• Ensure wireless systems comply with USSOCOM Manuals 380-19 and 380-3 and NSA Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) Capability Packages.
• Resolve ticket requests and incidents, escalating to the engineering team when required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Health savings account
• Short- and long-term disability
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Parental leave
• 401(k)
• Paid time off for vacation
• Company-paid holidays
• Potential overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus, depending on the position

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed