Network Administrator SME

Program Overview

About The Role

Join Peraton's mission-critical team supporting secure, real-time data delivery across complex operational environments in direct support of our nation's warfighters. If you are driven by national security and energized by cutting-edge C 2I SR capabilities, sensor integration, and resilient data transport solutions, we invite you to join our team.

We are seeking highly cleared professionals who excel at the intersection of advanced communications infrastructure, distributed systems, and mission assurance—where reliability, security, and performance are paramount.

Specifically, we are looking for a TS/SCI cleared Network Administrator - SME to support this mission at Pope Army Airfield, North Carolina .

Responsibilities:

As a Network Administrator - SME you will provide technical and management leadership for all equipment and information support functions across the Task Order. Your responsibilities include:

• Provides strategic technical and management leadership for defining the overarching vision, policies, and operational standards for C2ISR Network Troubleshooting Support across the entire enterprise.
• Establishes enterprise-level goals and long-range strategic plans for diagnostic capabilities, end-to-end infrastructure testing, and proactive monitoring across all mission-critical C2ISR network environments.
• Serves as an the principal authority on complex network performance issues, guiding strategic decisions during critical outages and influencing future network designs for enhanced diagnosability and resilience.
• Directs and controls all network troubleshooting initiatives, holding ultimate responsibility for strategic planning, resource allocation, and process methodologies, ensuring continuous operational effectiveness and communication resilience.
• Leverages deep domain and expert technical knowledge to conduct comprehensive network operational reviews, develop advanced mitigation strategies for complex network vulnerabilities, and integrate innovative, proactive networking solutions (e.g., AI-driven diagnostics, self-healing network segments).
• Engages in high-level client negotiations and strategic interfacing with senior management, shaping network policies, resource allocation, and technical standards with critical impact on C2ISR mission effectiveness and global operational continuity.
• Utilize the following TO Management & Financial Tracking Tools: Task Order portal; Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate); G Invoicing API; ASSIST portal integration; variance analysis dashboards; MS Project; Primavera; GFP management modules; WBS tracking systems; ServiceNow; Jira Service Desk; automated RIP/CTP/TAR workflows; SharePoint libraries; Confluence; Microsoft Search; lessons learned databases; video library repositories; Archer GRC; eMASS internal audit portals; Excel/SharePoint audit templates; CMDB with version control; Power BI with R/Python integration; Tableau; predictive analytics engines; Teams; Azure AD role based access; mobile access via Power Apps.
• Utilize the following Role Specific Tools: Microsoft Word; Excel; SharePoint; Confluence; ServiceNow; Jira; endpoint monitoring tools; basic wireless Network diagnostic platforms. SolarWinds, packet analyzers, SNMP, and command-line diagnostics, packet capture analysis (e.g., Wireshark) Service Desk ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Remedy); network diagramming software (Visio, Lucidchart );

Qualifications

Require d qualifications :

• Previous experience as a Network Administrator or similar role supporting a DoD customer at the C CMD leve l ;
• Minimum of 12years’ experience with a BS/BA or 10years’ experience with a MS/MA or 7years’ experience with a PhD . or 16 years' w/o a degree or 14 years' with AA/AS degree
• A current, active DoD security clearance at the TS/SCI level
• US citizenship is required
• DoD 8140 role for WRC: 441; Element: IT; Work Role: Network Operations Specialist; Proficiency Level: Advanced

Des i red Qualifications:

• DoD-approved IA baseline certification for ADP-III/IT-III based on the IAT level and CE/Operating System (OS) certificate within six months of the assignment.

Work Environment:

• Location:  Pope Army Airfield, NC
• On-site expectations : Full -time on-site presence required for equipment management and asset tracking
• Travel: May require occasional travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites for logistics coordination and facility assessments

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-critical team supporting our nation’s elite and its mission partners in delivering cutting-edge C2ISR capabilities
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment supporting critical national security operations
• Manage cutting-edge communications and sensor systems that directly impact operational readiness
• Access to professional development opportunities and career growth within the intelligence and cybersecurity community
• Opportunity to work with advanced tactical communications technologies and AISR systems

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Details

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.

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

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.