Network Engineer - Critical Infrastructure/ Operational Technology

Responsibilities

Peraton seeks a Network Engineer - Critical Infrastructure/ Operational Technology to design, test, implement, and maintain network infrastructure, ensuring reliable connectivity for critical operational processes.  Location:  Fort Eisenhower, GA.

 

Tasks include:

• Evaluate/assess security and compliance within a manufacturing or industrial environment, such as power plants, water supply systems, and manufacturing plants
• Select, deploy, and configure network devices (taps, sensors, data diodes, etc.)
• Monitor network performance, identify potential issues, and  troubleshoot issues
• Coordinate with other engineering teams to maintain system integrity
• Provide any required documents to the assessment team for site reports
• Provide overarching guidance to the assessment team to ensure OT cybersecurity actions are reliable and do not hinder site safety or functionality
• Review and approve assessment team reports as required
• Travel is expected

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD, Will consider HS+12 years of experience
• Requires IAT Level II certification
• Requires CSSP-Analyst certification
• Must be knowledgeable of OT cybersecurity best practices, threat landscape, and mitigation strategies in SCADA, PLC, HMI, DCS, and other industrial automation systems
• Must have a strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, Spanning Tree, etc.), network design principles, knowledgeable of SCADA system architecture and operation, and familiarity with protocols commonly used in industrial environments (Modbus, Profibus, DNP 3, etc.).
• Related industry certifications that indicate OT/ICS experience/expertise 
• Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain Polygraph and MEAD
• Must be able to surge support and travel
• U.S Citizenship Required

 Preferred:

• IAT Level III certification

• SANS GICSP/ GRID or CISSP

• At least 8-10 years of experience

 

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

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

$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

EEO

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