Lead Network Engineer

Peraton is seeking a highly skilled Lead Network Engineer to oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise-wide network infrastructure. This individual will lead a team of network engineers, providing Tier 1–3 support in a primarily Cisco-based environment, while ensuring the network meets required service level uptime through proactive monitoring, incident response, and system upgrades.

Day to Day Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of network engineers supporting a secure, scalable, and highly available network infrastructure
• Deliver Tier 1–3 network support, leveraging manufacturer support contracts as needed
• Monitor and respond to alerts via SolarWinds Orion; log incidents in the Service Desk system
• Oversee lifecycle management of network hardware, replacing end-of-life or unsupported equipment
• Ensure on-site coverage during core hours at required facilities
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and strategic direction to the network engineering team
• Comply with and contribute to established system administration procedures
• Collaborate with Customer on recommendations for network performance, procedures, and security improvements

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience, or a Master’s degree and 6 years of  experience, or High school diploma/equivalent and 12 years of experience
• U.S. Citizenship required; must have an active Secret clearance
• Strong hands-on experience with configuring, troubleshooting, and supporting Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and enterprise networking tools such as SolarWinds, as well as working knowledge of LAN/WAN, VPNs, and TCP/IP protocols.
• Certifications:
  • Current Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification or higher (e.g., CCNP).

Preferred Qualifications:

• CompTIA Network+/CompTIA A+
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)