Senior Network Engineer (Security)

peraton· Information Technology
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📍 Washington, DC, USFULL TIME

About this role

Responsibilities

Program Overview

Peraton provides a secure, worldwide, high-performance communications network comprised of real-time interactive applications operating over a dedicated IP backbone with secure services for complex national and worldwide executive-level communications. Peraton provides the O&M of the network infrastructure and its components, integration for development of hardware and software solutions, and task support for the delivery of system, network, software, and security solutions.

 

About The Role

Peraton is seeking a self-driven and resourceful Senior Network Engineer to join our dynamic of Network and UC engineers in Washington, DC. This position focuses on firewall technologies, intrusion prevention systems, network access control, and enterprise security architectures supporting classified and mission-critical environments.

Senior Network Engineer responsibilities: 

  • Drive modernization efforts by engineering and implementing infrastructure improvements, automation capabilities, and technology refresh initiatives
  • Design and implement secure network architectures.
  • Configure and maintain firewalls, VPNs, IPS/IDS, and NAC solutions.
  • Analyze and mitigate network security threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Perform network segmentation and zero-trust architecture implementation.
  • Develop security standards, procedures, and technical documentation.
  • Support cybersecurity compliance initiatives.
  • Conduct security assessments and remediation activities.
  • Collaborate with Cybersecurity and Operations teams.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • An active/current TS/SCI Security Clearance is required.
  • Bachelors degree in engineering (or similar technical field) and 12+ years relevant experience; an additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
  • PCNSE (preferred vendor certification)
  • CISSP or CCNP-Security.
  • DoD 8140/8570 Compliant.
  • Extensive experience with:
    • Palo Alto Networks firewalls
    • Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA)
    • Enterprise VPN technologies
    • NAC solutions

Desired Qualifications:

  • GIAC certifications
  • GCIA
  • GWAPT

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

$146,000 - $234,000. 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.

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This Senior Network Engineer (Security) position at peraton was posted on Jun 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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