Ready to make an impact? Peraton has exciting opportunities to join a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, supporting mission critical space and intelligence programs, including development, deployment, operations and maintenance of satellite ground terminals and associated systems. Peraton is seeking a self-starting cleared Network Administrator in our Herndon, VA location. 

The Network Administrator will be responsible for the following but not limited to:

• Monitoring and management of network components
• Troubleshooting of network faults and issues
• Review and analysis of trends and recurring issues
• Planning and execution of routine software patches and firmware upgrades
• Coordination with IA team to apply security patches and harden devices to baseline standards
• Development and maintenance of management guides and other procedure documentation as needed

Required Qualifications:

• A current Top Secret SCI security clearance and the ability to obtain/pass a polygraph
• Bachelors Degree plus 5–7 years of relevant experience, Master's Degree with 3-5 years, or PhD with 0-2 years of relevant experience
• Working knowledge of IP networking concepts, technologies, and protocols
• Experience administering and configuring COTS network products using JUNOS, Cisco iOS, or similar operating systems
• Security+ certification or equivalent or willingness to get certified within 6 months of accepting the position

Desired Qualifications:

• CCNA or equivalent certification demonstrating network expertise
• Experience with Cisco ASA and / or Firepower Firewalls
• Experience with Juniper switches (e.g., QFX5110, EX4300 platforms)
• Familiarity with SATCOM or other forms of wireless communications
• Experience hardening network devices per DISA STIG requirements