Data Network Engineer

Peraton

Chantilly, VA, United States$146,000 - $234,000Full-timePosted 2mo ago

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Responsibilities

General Responsibilities:

  • Maintain the overall data architecture and data flow design for the deployed systems
  • Collaborate with and support external data users, acting as a direct liaison to external data users for the customer
  • Act as the system's primary point of contact for data output and delivery and data formatting
  • Evaluate data architecture design, perform feasibility and cost studies as well as internal studies of network performance and traffic analysis
  • Work closely with system developers on management and integration of system enhancements, fixes and long-term maintenance to understand impacts to the network and data delivery
  • Work closely with system operators to ensure mission continuity and maximum capability
  • Support the high-level management of system deployments and operations and maintenance

Qualifications

Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA.

  • Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly to be considered
  • Minimum of 12 years of relevant technical experience
  • Direct experience with relevant customer enterprise data systems/repositories and data analysis
  • Experience with terrestrial communications, data circuits and general networking
  • Exposure to SIGINT system design
  • Ability to work independently and act as the customer's representative with developers and outside organizations
  • Networking certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CCNP, etc. are a plus
  • AWS certifications and exposure are a plus

Peraton Overview

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.

Target Salary Range

$146,000 - $234,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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