Network Administrator

Network Administrator
Peraton – Kearneysville, WV 

As part of Peraton’s Infrastructure Managed Service (IMS) Program supporting the U.S. Coast Guard, the Network Administrator plays a key role in modernizing and maintaining network infrastructure. This position involves engineering guidance, operational support, and security enforcement across a diverse technical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot network performance in a 24/7/365 Network Operations Center (NOC).

  • Support network availability and resolve performance issues to ensure consistent service delivery.

  • Contribute to system design and documentation, translating strategic goals into technical requirements.

  • Define, implement, and enforce network policies, standards, and security protocols.

  • Maintain and update system security plans across platforms.

  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on network design, testing, and implementation.

  • Respond to network outages, including potential second and third shift or overtime work when necessary.

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Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or High School Diploma with 4+ years of relevant experience)

• Proven experience supporting large-scale data center environments

• Skilled in WAN/LAN troubleshooting and network configuration

• Familiar with VPNs and network protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF)

• Proficient in using firewalls and analyzing packet captures

• Quick to learn new networking tools and technologies

• U.S. Citizen with ability to maintain a Secret clearance

• Willing and able to obtain CompTIA Security+ certification upon hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with enterprise infrastructure modernization

• Engineering experience in agile environments

• Networking certifications (e.g., CCNA, Network+)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

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.