SITEC - Network Engineer - MacDill AFB

Program Overview

Peraton provides USSOCOM, its Component Commands, Theater Special Operations Commands (TSOCs), deployed forces, CIO/J6, and end-users with high-quality IT platform and network services over an eight-year period.

About The Role

Peraton requires Network Engineers to support the Special Operation Command Information Technology Enterprise Contract (SITEC) – 3. This position is located at MacDill AFB.

The purpose of the Special Operations Forces Information Technology Enterprise Contract (SITEC) 3 Enterprise Operations and Maintenance (EOM) Task Order (TO) is to provide USSOCOM, its Component Commands, its Theater Special Operations Commands (TSOCs), and its deployed forces with Operations and Maintenance (O&M) services to maintain Network Operations (NetOps); maintain systems and network infrastructure; provide end user and common device support; provide configuration, change, license, and asset management; conduct training, and perform Install, Move, Add, Change (IMACs) services. The responsibilities and tasks associated with each requirement play a pivotal role to USSOCOM, the CIO/J6 organization, and ultimately the end-user who operate around the globe 24x7x365.

Network Engineers perform Tier Three network support in accordance with the SIE OPORD. This critical role involves the design, implementation, operation, and maintenance of advanced enterprise network infrastructures, including Local Area Networks (LANs), Wide Area Networks (WANs), and associated automation technologies. These networks form the backbone of mission-critical operations, enabling secure communication, data transfer, and connectivity across global enterprise environments.

This position ensures seamless integration of hardware, software, protocols, and security technologies while adhering to stringent Government compliance requirements and optimizing network performance. Network Engineers must be proficient in configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining a wide range of networking components, including routers, switches, encryption devices, and virtualized network environments.

Network Engineers are responsible for integrating new technologies into existing systems, ensuring compatibility, reliability, and adherence to industry best practices. This role demands expertise in emerging network automation technologies to enhance efficiency and scalability. Ultimately, this position ensures the SIE remain secure, resilient, and capable of meeting evolving operational demands.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Provisioning, operating, managing, engineering, and monitoring LAN/WAN services to securely connect remote elements and mission partners over the SIE and shared public IP networks.
• Ensure network compliance with applicable Department of Defense (DoD), Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), Defense Information System Agency (DISA), United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM), National Security Agency (NSA), and USSOCOM policies, procedures, regulations, and directives.
• Provide full lifecycle support for LAN/WAN infrastructures, including automation, installation, configuration, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades.
• Manage network automation technologies for efficient provisioning, monitoring, and operations.
• Plan, design, configure, operate, and maintain LAN/WAN routing and switching infrastructure templates.
• Identify and troubleshoot advanced network issues related to data, voice, and transport systems.
• Monitor and control network performance using software and hardware tools.
• Engineer and optimize enterprise data, voice, and video networks, including IP satellite technologies and In-Line Encryption (INE) devices.
• Establish baselines to measure network performance across a global enterprise.
• Develop and implement systems and network engineering plans, including modeling and simulation.
• Regularly review and recommend improvements to existing network architectures.
• Lead technical teams in integrating new technologies into operational environments.
• Support cybersecurity efforts, including risk identification, mitigation, and A&A documentation.
• Monitor PKI and certificate authority to maintain secure network operations.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior network support technicians.
• Manage and maintain WAN automation infrastructures, including routers, switches, circuits, and encryption devices, while implementing upgrades and changes as needed.
• Oversee and support VLAN architectures to optimize performance and maintain security.
• Prepare activity and progress reports on network automation initiatives and performance.
• Document technical implementation plans, including milestones, timelines, and critical paths.
• Perform disaster recovery, backup, and restore operations to ensure network resilience.
• Establish and operate network test facilities to validate system functionality.
• Collaborating and coordinating with external Government and commercial circuit providers to expedite the restoration of circuit outages.
• Participate in and support LAN/WAN exercises while ensuring network readiness for mission-critical operations.

** Shift work is required for this position and the ability to work both, on a team, or alone on a non-standard work schedule to support the mission.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Min 9 years with HS Diploma, 7 years with AS/AA degree, 5 years with BS/BA degree, 3 years with a MS/MA degree
• DoD TS/SCI clearance is required
• DoDD 8570 IAT II Certification AND CCNP
• OR CCNP Collaboration
• OR CCNP Data Center
• OR CCNP Enterprise
• OR CCNP Security
• OR CCNP Service Provider
• OR CCDP

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $86,000 - $138,000. 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.