Computer Network Engineer Journeyman

Peraton is seeking a Computer Network Engineer to join our HHS OIG IT Service Desk and Engineering Services team, supporting operations in the Washington D.C. region and remote regional offices. This position focuses on hands-on network support, implementation, and troubleshooting across enterprise environments. The ideal candidate is a professional, proactive problem solver with solid technical knowledge and a passion for improving network reliability and performance. This role is based out of Washington, DC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and maintain local and wide area network (LAN/WAN) infrastructure, switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Assist in network upgrades, configuration management, and device remediation.
• Provide technical support for regional centers and remote sites, ensuring connectivity and uptime.
• Perform network troubleshooting, diagnostics, and performance tuning.
• Participate in data center operations, including rack layout, power/cooling checks, and cable management.
• Conduct site cabling and Wi-Fi implementation for office expansions, relocations, and refresh projects.
• Support Move, Add, Change, and Disconnect (MACD) requests and assist with equipment decommissions and site clean-ups.
• Work collaboratively with system, security, and service desk teams to resolve complex network issues.
• Maintain up-to-date network documentation, diagrams, and asset inventory.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field;  Associates degree and 2 years experience or High School and 4 years with HS Diploma.
• Network administration or engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of Cisco products, LAN/WAN, routing/switching, and Wi-Fi technologies.
• Experience with SolarWinds, network troubleshooting tools and interpreting logs to isolate and resolve problems.
• Familiarity with one or more of the following: Palo Alto, F5, or similar enterprise networking platforms.
• Experience with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Must reside within 2 hrs of Washington DC metropolitan area. 
• Ability to work hybrid at least 3 days a week but may need to travel to these local offices in Largo and Baltimore, MD and the data center in Ashburn, VA. (must be flexible and willing to go to any of these locations)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or higher preferred
• Associate’s or professional-level certification (e.g., CCNA, Network+, or equivalent).
• Experience supporting federal health agencies (HHS, CMS, NIH, etc.).
• Familiarity with VMware AirWatch, Microsoft Intune, Splunk, or SIEM platforms.
• Knowledge of data center operations, structured cabling, and site infrastructure management.
• Hands-on experience with Wi-Fi deployment/troubleshooting, switch configuration, and MACD processes.
• Exposure to project management and reporting.

 

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.

$66,000 - $106,000. 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: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.