SITEC - Wireless Network Administrator (JNY) - Fort Bragg, NC

About Peraton

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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

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 is seeking Wireless Network Administrators to support the Special Operations Command Information Technology Enterprise Contract (SITEC) - 3. These positions are located at SOCOM Headquarters at MacDill AFB, FL, as well as at TSOC and Component locations in the United States and abroad. This position is located at Fort Bragg, NC.

Wireless Network Administrator Responsibilities:

Wireless Network Administrators provide Tier 3 wireless network support in alignment with SIE OPORD. This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with expertise in wired and wireless network technologies.

Network Administrator - Wireless

• Manages and maintains the wireless network infrastructure.
• Manages user access to the wireless network, assigning permissions, and enforcing security policies.
• Ensures that the wireless network is secure, efficient, and available to users within the organization.
• Evaluates the performance of Media Access Control (MAC) and higher layers of various types of wireless networks.
• Evaluates the performance of IEEE 802.1x various types of LAN/WAN and wireless networks.
• Conducts and documents radio frequency (RF) coverage and site surveys.
• Documents network infrastructure and design.
• Administers the operation of all wireless network services according to Government policies and procedures.
• Coordinates and implements network software and hardware upgrades.
• Troubleshoots and resolves wireless performance, connectivity, and resolve any technical issues that arise.
• Administers wireless security, antivirus, spam control measures, implement security measures such as encryption, firewalls, and access control policies to protect the network from security threats.
• Administers the operation of all LAN/WAN-related network services according to Government policies and procedures.
• Resolves ticket request, works to resolve incidents, and escalates to engineering team when required.
• Troubleshoots and resolves LAN/WAN performance, connectivity, and related network problems.
• Researches, designs, and implements LAN/wireless networks, including the definition of applicable engineering specifications and resource requirements for network hardware and software.
• Uses a variety of tools to monitor and troubleshoot network.
• Creates monitoring reports and logs and ensures the functionality of links.
• Documents and maintains network topologies.
• Ensures wireless systems comply with USSOCOM Manuals 380-19 and 380-3 and NSA Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) Capability Packages.
• Resolves ticket request, works to resolve incidents, and escalates to engineering team when required.
• Manages systems using identity and access management (IAM), security information and event management (SIEM) systems (e.g., Splunk), endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and other tools used in support of zero trust by vendors such as Aruba, Palo Alto, Splunk, Cisco etc.
• This position will require up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• • High School Diploma with 6 years of relevant experience
  • Associate's degree with 4 years of relevant experience
  • Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant experience

Security Clearance:

• • Active DoD TS/SCI clearance

Certifications:

• • CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)
  • Must hold a DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification

• Technical Experience: At least one (1) year of prior experience as a Network Admin or IT Specialist
• Detail-oriented and have an in-depth knowledge of wireless technology.
• Highly desired, experience with Cisco Catalyst Center (formerly DNAC)

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $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.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.