Responsibilities

Peraton Labs is seeking a cleared senior level Network Engineer with a program management background. This role will support the DCI Branch at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.

**** 3 days onsite and 2 days remote ****

What You'll Get to Do:

• Evaluate teh security and suitability of Open Source, COTS, and GOTS solutions to ZT (Zero Trust) microsegmentation and PIN (Predictive Intelligent Networking)
• Research and develop internal components for testing, proof of concept and integration of solutions and concepts as the ZT microsegmentation and PIN fields evolve
• Design/architect prototypes using Open Source, COTS, GOTS, or internally developed component solutions that demonstrate the state of the art in zero trust microsegmentation and predictive intelligent networking. A focus would be on its applicability to real world trafic flow scenarios and security domains, and alignment toward DoD initiatives
• Communicate with stakeholders throughout teh DoD about their networking environments, requirments, and issues that would need to be resolved.
• Provide guidance to the customer toward implementation and determine if components are viable solutions and if not, what would neet to be addressed
• Analyze existing application network flows and determine the impact of a prototype or solution
• Maintain current knowledge and understanding of security and network best practices, in addition to teh DoD ZTA guidance, to ensure the prototypes and solutions can meet those standards

More About the Role:

• Use Packet Analysis Tools
• Analyze Network Protocols and Troubleshoot Networking Issues
• Build Systems that Ingest and Process Cybersecurity Related Logs
• Work in a Linux Environment on Closed Restricted Networks
• Utilize Virtual Machines and containerization technologies
• Leverage Automation and Configuration Management Tools such as Jenkins, Ansible and GitLab CD

Qualifications

You'll Bring These Qualifications:

• 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD
• An active DoD Secret Clearance
• Senior level proficiency with Networking Analysis Tools such as tcpdump, wireshark, IPFIX, or netflow
• Senior level understanding of Computer Networking, with hands on debugging experience
• Experience with designing, implementing, and maintaining software defined networking solutions
• Senior level understanding of Software Engineering, with a focus on network oriented software preferred
• Some proficiency with the Linux Command Line, Utilities, and Shell Scripting
• Some proficiency with the Windows Command Line, Utilities and PowerShell Scripting

These Qualifications Are Nice to Have:

• Experience with Machine Learning and AI
• Knowledge of Modern DevOps Practices
• Experience with Software Defined Networking concepts
• Experience with Data Plane Development Kit (DPDK) or Extended Berkley Packet Filter (eBPF)
• Experience with encapsulation and segretation systems such as VXLAN or OpenDaylight
• Experience with Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) and leveraging it for building Layer 7 firewalls
• Experience with data plane flow control, and an understanding of how it interacts with a control plane
• Moderate experience with Modern Version Control Systems (Github/Gitlab)
• Experience with Router/Switch configuration, physical and virtual
• Security and/or Networking Certifications

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.

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