Sr. Systems Engineer - TS/SCI w/poly

PeratonSan Antonio, TX

About The Position

We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in Network Engineering and Systems Engineering, supporting activities involving the latest technologies in Cloud Operations. Responsibilities include reviewing customer-submitted requirements, performing end-to-end network systems engineering, and identifying additional requirements necessary to meet mission needs. The candidate should have experience in the design and implementation of data networks supporting cloud operations. This includes network architecture design, system implementation, and the integration of new technologies. A solid understanding of network management protocols is required. Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph is required.
  • Twenty (20) years of experience as a Systems Engineer (SE) on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university is required (Five (5) additional years of Systems Engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree).
  • Experience supporting the customer’s Mission Systems is required.
  • Ability to analyze user requirements, concept of operations documents, and high level system architectures to develop system requirements specifications.
  • Demonstrated experience planning and leading Systems Engineering efforts is required.
  • DoD 8570/8140 certification required, preferably a CISSP.
  • Possession of a valid 8570/8140 certification is required and will be verified during the interview or offer process.

Nice To Haves

  • Strong background in Network Engineering and Systems Engineering
  • Experience in the design and implementation of data networks supporting cloud operations
  • Solid understanding of network management protocols
  • CISSP certification

Responsibilities

  • Reviewing customer-submitted requirements
  • Performing end-to-end network systems engineering
  • Identifying additional requirements necessary to meet mission needs
  • Designing and implementing data networks supporting cloud operations
  • Network architecture design
  • System implementation
  • Integration of new technologies
  • Collaborating with engineering and network teams to translate customer requirements into technical solutions
  • Designing, configuring, monitoring, and maintaining network infrastructure
  • Developing specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture
  • Providing detailed guidance on hardware selection and implementing techniques and tools to deliver efficient, scalable solutions that meet both current and future capacity requirements
  • Demonstrating expertise across network hardware and interconnections, including routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, and gateways
  • Designing and implementing failover solutions for major customers
  • Analyzing user requirements, concept of operations documents, and high level system architectures to develop system requirements specifications
  • Planning and leading Systems Engineering efforts

Benefits

  • Heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents
  • 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap
  • Participation in an attractive bonus plan

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Senior

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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