Network Architect

Peraton
Pope County, IL

Program Overview

About The Role

Join Peraton's mission-critical team supporting secure, real-time data delivery across complex operational environments in direct support of our nation's warfighters. If you are driven by national security and energized by cutting-edge C 2I SR capabilities, sensor integration, and resilient data transport solutions, we invite you to join our team.

We are seeking highly cleared professionals who excel at the intersection of advanced communications infrastructure, distributed systems, and mission assurance—where reliability, security, and performance are paramount.

Specifically, we are looking for a TS/SCI cleared Network Architect - S ME to support this mission at Pope Army Airfield, North Carolina.

Responsibilities:

As a Network Architect - SME , you will provide technical and management leadership for all equipment and information support functions across the Task Order. Your responsibilities include:

  • Provides strategic technical leadership for defining the architectural vision and strategy for all C2ISR Transport Infrastructure network engineering support. Leads activities to transition to modernize engineering practices, digital engineering frameworks, and emerging mission systems technologies
  • Maps architectures using DEF models, data flows, and interfaces and establishes overarching architectural goals and plans that meet project objectives , ensuring the development of innovative, optimized, and resilient network infrastructures crucial for national security operations.
  • Serves as the principal authority on the architectural design of communication infrastructure, C5ISRT systems, and SATCOM capable assets, guiding all modernization and integration efforts.
  • Directs and controls architectural activities, having overall responsibility for methods and strategic design to ensure that advanced network engineering solutions meet stringent technical requirements and mission objectives .
  • Engages in high-level client negotiations and strategic interfacing with senior management, where architectural decisions and domain knowledge have a critical impact on overall C2ISR project implementation and global operational effectiveness.
  • Drives continuous architectural improvement, technological adaptability, and mission-focused network engineering across all C2ISR systems, networks, and operational domains.
  • Collaborate with DoD entities, program offices, and commercial providers to ensure seamless integration and mission effectiveness.

Qualifications

Require d qualifications :

  • Previous experience as a Network Archite ct or similar role supporting a DoD customer at the C CMD leve l
  • Minimum of 8years’ experience with BS/BA , or 6years ’ experience with MS/MA , or 4years ’ experience with PhD . OR 12 years without a degree OR 10 years with AS/AA
  • A current, active DoD security clearance at the TS/SCI level
  • US citizenship is required
  • DOD 8140 Compliance based on functional role for WRC: 441 Network Operations Specialist, advanced level / ability to obtain

Des i red Qualifications:

  • Must complete DoD-approved IA baseline certification for ADP-III/IT-III based on the IAT level and CE/Operating System (OS) certificate within six months of the assignment.
  • Minimum of 12years’ experience with BS/BA , or 10years ’ experience with MS/MA , or 7years ’ experience with PhD . OR 16 years without a degree OR 14 years with AS/AA

Work Environment:

  • Location:  Pope Army Airfield, NC
  • On-site expectations : Full -time on-site presence required for equipment management and asset tracking
  • Travel: May require occasional travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites for logistics coordination and facility assessments

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a mission-critical team supporting our nation’s elite and its mission partners in delivering cutting-edge C2ISR capabilities
  • Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment supporting critical national security operations
  • Manage cutting-edge communications and sensor systems that directly impact operational readiness
  • Access to professional development opportunities and career growth within the intelligence and cybersecurity community
  • Opportunity to work with advanced tactical communications technologies and AISR systems

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SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. 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.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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

Posted 2026-02-09

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