Peraton · 17 hours ago
Network Engineer Junior
Pope AFB, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$66K/yr - $106K/yr
2+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are seeking a Junior Network Engineer to support secure, real-time data delivery across complex operational environments for the nation's warfighters.
RoboticsInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Assists in performing initial remote diagnostics of network incidents, often leveraging available tools, under supervision
Supports the collection and organization of network data (e.g., configurations, logs, performance metrics) for use in troubleshooting C2ISR network issues
Helps with basic network troubleshooting steps for common issues reported by users or monitoring systems, following established protocols
Contributes to documenting network incidents, troubleshooting steps taken, and basic resolution details within management systems
Gathers information from network operators and relevant personnel to understand basic network outages or performance degradation affecting C2ISR transport infrastructure
Assists in verifying network functionality and connectivity after changes or fixes, ensuring basic service restoration
Ensures adherence to established network troubleshooting processes and documentation guidelines for assigned tasks
Supports coordination efforts for service interruptions with technical teams, documenting details as directed
Utilize the following TO Management & Financial Tracking Tools: Task Order portal; Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate);; MS Project; Primavera; GFP management modules; WBS tracking systems; ServiceNow; Jira Service Desk;; SharePoint libraries; Confluence; lessons learned databases; video library repositories; Archer GRC; eMASS internal audit portals; Excel/SharePoint audit templates; CMDB with version control; Power BI with R/Python integration; Tableau; predictive analytics engines; Teams
Utilize the following Role Specific Tools: Microsoft Word; Excel; SharePoint; Confluence; ServiceNow; Jira; endpoint monitoring tools; Network diagnostic platforms... SolarWinds, packet analyzers, SNMP, and command-line diagnostics, packet capture analysis (e.g., Wireshark) Service Desk ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Remedy); network diagramming software (Visio, Lucidchart); network modeling and simulation software (OPNET, Riverbed Modeler, MATLAB)
Qualification
Required
Previous experience as a Network Engineer or similar role supporting a DoD customer at the CCMD level
Minimum of 2 years' experience with a BS/BA degree or 0 years' experience with a MS/MA or 6 years' experience with no degree or 4 years' experience with AS/AA degree
A current, active DoD security clearance at the TS/SCI level
US citizenship is required
DoD 8140 role for WRC: 441; Element: IT; Work Role: Network Operations Specialist; Proficiency Level: Basic
Preferred
DoD-approved IA baseline certification for ADP-III/IT-III based on the IAT level and CE/Operating System (OS) certificate within six months of the assignment
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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