Systems Engineer

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.

Responsibilities

Peraton requires a Systems Engineer to support the Special Operations Command Information Technology Enterprise Contract (SITEC) – 3.  This position is located at Homestead ARB, FL.     

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.  

Roles and Responsibilities:  

• Plans, leads, and independently executes the modeling, simulation, design, installation, maintenance, management, and modernization of complex systems solutions. 
• Ability to lead the design, architecture, and implementation of critical enterprise IT infrastructure, including server, storage, virtualization, and cloud environments 
• Ability to lead a small team of junior systems administrator to accomplish troubleshooting, innovation, project implementation and service optimization for a geographically dispersed customer 
• Tests and analyzes elements of data center facilities, including power, software, security features, interoperability, and communications, and is responsible for the overall integration of enterprise systems.  
• Monitors and controls the performance and status of systems resources by using software and hardware tools, as well as by identifying and diagnosing complex problems and factors affecting system performance.  
• Uses the Peraton Digital Engineering Framework (DEF) to facilitate leading and engineering enterprise systems solutions spanning multiple data center and cloud vendor products.  
• Collaborates with SOCOM, vendors, carriers, and technical staff on systems implementation, optimization, and ongoing management.  
• Provides high-level support and technical expertise in Directory Services technology, including DNS, GPO, ADFS, DFS, Domains and Trust, Sites and Services and Role Based Access Control. 
• Provides high-level support and technical expertise in systems technology, including servers, applications, virtual and physical environments, and solutions integrations.  
• Partners with delivery teams to proactively ensure system integration, verification, and validation of new technology into the existing operational environment. 
• Analyzes systems performance data from tools such as OS and application logs, Splunk, Riverbed and  
• Develops and reviews system documentation and schematic diagrams (using tools such as Microsoft Word and Visio).  
• Defines and documents baselines to measure service performance and capability across a global enterprise. 
• Performs tier three systems support in accordance with the SIE OPORD; must be detail-oriented and have in-depth knowledge of data center hardware and softwareand troubleshooting procedures .   
• Advises senior government staff on industry best practices andprovides policy recommendations to implement those practices. 
• Some positions may require shift work and/or an ability to work a non-standard work schedule to support the USSOCOM mission.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:  

• Min 12 years with HS Diploma; 10 years with AS/AA; 8 years with BS/BA; or 6 years with MS/MA.
• Active DoD TS/SCI clearance. 
• DoD 8570 IAT II Certification. 

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Must be DoW 8140 compliant under the Work Role Code 451 – System Administrator - Basic level or higher by 1 Oct 26.
• Experience with VMWare and Nutanix software desired 
• Knowledge of cloud and virtualization-based technologies, including Azure and AWS 

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 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. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.

EEO

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