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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 Network infrastructure support for the enterprise. Provides network equipment deployment to all CONUS and OCONUS locations About The Role Peraton Global Health and Financial Solutions sector is seeking a Network Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Woodlawn, MD. This Network Engineer will be working on innovative network design and operations. This position will support various customers within Health Solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to learn, grow, and be a part of a first-class organization working on complex, leading edge network technology. Position is responsible for providing engineering expertise for complex multi-service networking. The network engineer is responsible for engineering, and supporting of the network design, deployment and operations for a large government customer located in Baltimore, Maryland. This position may require from 25% to 50% travel to various domestic customer locations. Position requires regular on-site work at the customer location and warehouse. Duties and Responsibilities: * Deploy and maintain enterprise wireless LAN network infrastructure.
* Analyze current wireless LAN network configurations and determine implementation requirements
* Configure routing protocols, complex switch networks, and routing configurations.
* Prepare network equipment for deployment by loading appropriate software and configuration setting according to pre-engineered design templates.
* Assemble required equipment, cables, adapters, etc. and arrange delivery to site for installation.
* Upgrade configuration of existing network equipment to support new features and functions.
* Work with field installation contractors while they are on-site and provide all technical details to complete wireless LAN site survey and AP or Controller installations.
* Work with field installation contractors while they are on-site and provide all technical details to complete router or switches installations.
* Continually review the customer's network and practices looking for opportunities to enhance network functionality, performance and reliability.
* Assist in the evaluation of potential network products or technical solutions.
* Test LAN/WAN and WLAN equipment software (i.e.: IOS, NXOS).
* Contribute to the development of network documentation, including diagrams, standards, specifications and operating procedures.
* Monitor for opportunities to enhance the customer network/system performance or reliability.
* Monitor for opportunities to improve the customer service delivery practices.
* Perform on-going management of network installation and upgrade projects and maintain deployment schedules.
* Provide guidance to team members and provide status metrics to Government customer and Peraton management.
* Provide third-level support and troubleshooting of network problems. Periodically provide after-hours and weekend support.
* Maintain and extend expertise in applicable areas of network and computer hardware and software technology.
Qualifications Basic Qualifications: * Requires 5 years with BS/BA or 3 years with MS/MA or 0 to 2 years with PhD.
* Cisco Certified Network Engineers must possess a Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent level of Cisco Certification or CCNP with Wireless LAN Specialist or Cisco 300-715 SISE
* At least 2 years of hands-on network experience configuring routing protocols and switching. configuration in medium (One Data Center and 600+ locations) to large enterprise (Two Data Centers and 1000+ locations) networks.
* This position may require from 25% to 50% travel to various domestic customer locations.
* Must reside close to Woodlawn, MD as the position requires regular on-site work at the customer location and warehouse.
* Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
* Must be US a Citizen.
Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with these skills will be given preferential consideration. * Passed the Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert Written examination within the last one year
* At least 2 years of experience writing Python scripting language and Regular Expression
* At Least 3 years of experience implementing Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE) product in a large multi-data centers and enterprise environment
* At least 3 years of experience deploying Cisco Virtual Private Network product such as Cisco ASA and Cisco Wireless LAN in a multi office and large campus environment * At least 3 years of experience working with physical media and equipment associated with each wired and wireless networking
* Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical topics to management and non-technical audiences, as well as interface with the customer daily. Details Target Salary Range: $80,000 - $128,000. 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 Statements: 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. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.