Network Engineering, Lead Associate

The Network Management operation focuses on the operation of the IP networks that provide data transport for the DoDIN-A and local area network (LAN) internal support. The GCC controls and maintains operational responsibilities within the boundary between installation LAN and Wide Area Networks (WAN). Provides network support services to include Enterprise network operation, DNS, web filtering and proxy servers, Virtual Private Network (VPN), Installation Processing Node (IPN), Theater IP management, network management, monitoring, access control, and firewalls. All network-supported device implementation is either virtual, software defined, or physical based on system owner deployment.
• Model-Driven DevOps for Scaled Brownfield Network Automation. Engagement in model-driven DevOps will use an Infrastructure as Code (IaC) approach to implement and operate a network automation framework at scale. The implementation will deliver: a single, unified API for a multivendor, brownfield infrastructure with the ability to scale horizontally; a centralized and unified source-of-truth with a common, vendor agnostic data model for simplified operations and data management; a simulated digital twin to enable continuous integration, including automated testing and validation of changes to the infrastructure; automated compliance and security validation of infrastructure including continuous STIG compliance; integration into existing workflow management and/or reporting tools; the tooling and operating process to integrate into an existing DevOps model. The Contractor shall perform the following functions in support of brownfield network automation DevOps:
• Management and optimization of network infrastructure using continuous integration and continuous deployment.
• Using test driven development to create compliance and governance checks as part of the overall automation pipeline.
• Continuous automation of existing manual tasks and repetitive processes related to network operations.
• Teaching existing network operators how to manage the network as software using GitOps/DevOps.
• Automation and management of physical/virtual infrastructure to support tools.
• Development of IaC and automation to deploy/redeploy any new or existing environments on demand.
• Operating and maintaining required tools and infrastructure, ensuring they comply with security policy.
• Creation and expansion of automation and pipeline capabilities.
• Integration of network automation pipeline into existing management tools.
• Continuous development of OpenConfig service in support of customer requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD
• Possess and maintain Top Secret w/SCI security clearance
• Certifications: DCWF Code 651 Advanced: Certified Information Systems Security Officer (C)ISSO) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA) or GIAC Cloud Security Automation (GCSA) or GIAC Cloud Security Essentials (GCLD) or GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) or GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) or Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP) or Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP)
• Network Engineering / IT infrastructure experience
• Experience with network/system performance
• Understanding of change, release, and configuration management
• Knowledge of Client business environment and requirements

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.