Peraton · 13 hours ago
Network Engineer/Developer (Riverbed Solutions)
Ashburn, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $216K/yr
10+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are seeking a skilled Network Engineer / Developer (Riverbed Solutions) to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection in optimizing and enhancing network performance through various Riverbed solutions and monitoring tools.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform network performance analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization using NetIM, NetProfiler, and AppResponse
Provide technical expertise in network traffic analysis, application performance monitoring (APM), and QoS
Collaborate with network engineers, security teams, and system administrators to enhance CBP's IT infrastructure
Conduct root cause analysis of network performance issues and recommend solutions
Implement configuration changes, upgrades, and patches for Riverbed appliances and software
Develop technical documentation, reports, and performance metrics for CBP leadership
Ensure compliance with federal security and IT policies
Develop and implement automation scripts and tools (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Ansible) for network configuration, monitoring, and incident response
Design, develop, and maintain custom applications or integrations to extend Riverbed capabilities and streamline network operations
Utilize APIs to integrate Riverbed solutions with other IT systems, such as ticketing, monitoring, and orchestration platforms
Contribute to the development and maintenance of internal software tools for network management, data analysis, and reporting
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree and 12 years of experience or an Associates degree and 14 years of experience or a Masters degree and 10 years of experience or a High School diploma and 16 years of experience
U.S. Citizenship (Required for CBP and government positions)
Must have the ability to obtain a CBP Public Trust clearance
3 - 5 years of experience in network engineering, WAN optimization, or Riverbed product support
Hands-on experience with Riverbed SteelHead, NetProfiler, and AppResponse
Strong understanding of TCP/IP, MPLS, QoS, WAN/LAN networking, and cloud environments
Familiarity with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), network security principles, and firewalls
Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark, Splunk, or Cisco ThousandEyes)
Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation and data manipulation
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
Understanding of API concepts (REST, SOAP) and experience with API consumption or integration
Preferred
Active CBP BI or Top Secret
Riverbed Certified Solutions Associate (RCSA) or Riverbed Certified Solutions Professional (RCSP)
Experience with federal government IT environments, preferably DHS or CBP
Familiarity with cloud-based networking (AWS, Azure, or hybrid environments)
Strong scripting or automation skills (Python, Ansible, PowerShell)
Experience with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, DevOps)
Demonstrated experience in developing custom applications or integrations for network management or performance monitoring
Knowledge of database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) for data storage and retrieval related to network metrics
Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) for deploying network tools or services
Contributions to open-source projects or a portfolio of personal development projects
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Health savings account
Short/long term disability
EAP
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company paid holidays
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Terjesen
Chief Information Officer
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