Freelance Network Operations Center Jobs in Springfield, VA

Join Peraton - Build the network that powers Florida's future.
Job Locations
US-FL-Tampa | US-FL-Tallahassee | US-VA-Herndon
Requisition ID
2026-163243
Position Category
Project Management
Clearance
No Clearance Required
Responsibilities

Build the network that powers Florida's future.

Peraton is assembling teams for the MyFloridaNet-3 (MFN-3) Program, one of the largest statewide network modernization initiatives in the region. This program will modernize Florida's critical telecommunications backbone, supporting 22+ million residents, public safety agencies, schools, utilities, and essential government services across the state.

We are seeking experienced professionals in Network Operations, Network Security Engineering (NOC/SOC), and Project Managers and Project Coordinators to support this long-term, high-visibility program.

Roles are primarily onsite in Tampa, FL, and Herndon, VA with additional opportunities in Tallahassee, FL, and select remote positions.

This is an opportunity to work on a program where reliability, security, and performance truly matter, with real consequences, real responsibility, and real impact at statewide scale.

Who Should Apply

Network and security professionals with experience supporting high-availability, enterprise environments
• Project Coordinators who thrive in a complex, multi-stakeholder IT programs
• Active-duty transitioning service members and veterans looking to continue their impact in public service-focused work
• Candidates with experience in state government or public sector IT environments

Locations and Work Model:

• Network Operations Center (NOC) & Security Operations Center (SOC) Roles
  • Primary onsite location: Tampa, FL
  • Secondary location: Herndon, VA
  • Staffing anticipated to be approximately split between Tampa and Herndon

• Project Coordinators
  • Expected to be based in Tallahassee, FL

• Network Engineers
  • Opportunities based in Tampa, FL, Herndon, VA, or Tallahassee, FL

• Security Engineers
  • Opportunities based in Tampa, FL, Herndon, VA, or Tallahassee, FL

• Work Model
  • Some roles may be eligible for telework or hybrid arrangements, based on role requirements and program needs

Opportunities and Role Requirements:

• Network Operations Engineers (Tiers 1-3)
  • Support a 24x7x365 Network Operations Center (NOC) environment through shift-based work
  • Monitor network performance, troubleshoot incidents, and support operational stability
  • Work hands-on with enterprise-class networking environments
  • Escalate, document, and resolve issues in accordance with SLAs and operational procedures
  • Experience with large-scale or mission-critical networks preferred

• Security Operations Engineers (Tiers 1-3)
  • Support a 24x7x365 Security Operations Center (SOC) through shift-based work
  • Monitor security events, perform incident response, and support vulnerability mitigation efforts
  • Apply network and cybersecurity best practices to protect enterprise environments
  • Collaborate with network, engineering, and compliance teams to maintain a secure posture
  • Experience in public sector or regulated environments is a plus

• Network Engineers
  • Install, configure, and maintain core enterprise network infrastructure
  • Support network modernization, optimization, and ongoing operational needs
  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of enterprise network topologies and protocols
  • Work independently while collaborating across engineering and operations teams
  • Telecom or large-scale infrastructure experience preferred
• Security Engineers
  • Install, configure, and maintain enterprise security tools and technologies
  • Support security architecture, operational requirements, and compliance standards
  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of network security technologies and frameworks
  • Partner with operations teams to ensure secure, reliable system performance
  • Experience supporting compliance-driven environments is a plus

• Project Coordinators
  • Lead and coordinate cutovers from existing infrastructure to Peraton's network environment
  • Manage schedules, dependencies, and stakeholder communications across technical and client teams
  • Serve as a client-facing point of coordination throughout implementation phases
  • Bring strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills
  • Experience supporting IT infrastructure, telecom, or network modernization projects preferred

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Experience requirements vary by role and level
• Some positions may require or prefer industry certifications (e.g., ITIL v4, CISSP, CISM, or similar)

The salary range listed below is representative; compensation will be based on role, level, and relevant experience.

Peraton Overview

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 do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range
$104,000 - $166,000. 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
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.