Network Engineer/Developer

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are seeking a skilled Network Engineer / Developer to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection in optimizing and enhancing network performance, focusing on WAN optimization solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Perform network performance analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization using NetIM, NetProfiler, and AppResponse
• Provide technical expertise in network traffic analysis, application performance monitoring (APM), and QoS
• Collaborate with network engineers, security teams, and system administrators to enhance CBP’s IT infrastructure
• Conduct root cause analysis of network performance issues and recommend solutions
• Implement configuration changes, upgrades, and patches for Riverbed appliances and software
• Develop technical documentation, reports, and performance metrics for CBP leadership
• Ensure compliance with federal security and IT policies
• Develop and implement automation scripts and tools (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Ansible) for network configuration, monitoring, and incident response
• Design, develop, and maintain custom applications or integrations to extend Riverbed capabilities and streamline network operations
• Utilize APIs to integrate Riverbed solutions with other IT systems, such as ticketing, monitoring, and orchestration platforms
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of internal software tools for network management, data analysis, and reporting

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree and 12 years of experience or an Associates degree and 14 years of experience or a Masters degree and 10 years of experience or a High School diploma and 16 years of experience
• U.S. Citizenship (Required for CBP and government positions)
• Must have the ability to obtain a CBP Public Trust clearance
• 3 – 5 years of experience in network engineering, WAN optimization, or Riverbed product support
• Hands-on experience with Riverbed SteelHead, NetProfiler, and AppResponse
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, MPLS, QoS, WAN/LAN networking, and cloud environments
• Familiarity with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), network security principles, and firewalls
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark, Splunk, or Cisco ThousandEyes)
• Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation and data manipulation
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Understanding of API concepts (REST, SOAP) and experience with API consumption or integration
• Active CBP BI or Top Secret
• Riverbed Certified Solutions Associate (RCSA) or Riverbed Certified Solutions Professional (RCSP)
• Experience with federal government IT environments, preferably DHS or CBP
• Familiarity with cloud-based networking (AWS, Azure, or hybrid environments)
• Strong scripting or automation skills (Python, Ansible, PowerShell)
• Experience with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, DevOps)
• Demonstrated experience in developing custom applications or integrations for network management or performance monitoring
• Knowledge of database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) for data storage and retrieval related to network metrics
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) for deploying network tools or services
• Contributions to open-source projects or a portfolio of personal development projects