IT Infrastructure Engineer

This position is for an IT Infrastructure Engineer for a large, multi-year contract providing Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) support to new acquisitions of cutting-edge and innovative space program(s). TheIT Infrastructure Engineer oversees developer progress in deploying and maintaining a complex ground system architecture, with focus on Enterprise IT, networks, and could-based systems. The position provides support to the customer’s execution of the Program with responsibilities that include, but are not limited to:Role Responsibilities:Supports the planning and engineering of the Program’snetwork and cloud computing infrastructure and applicationsWorks with development teams to address architecture, integration, and technical issuesAdvises on practical implementations and develops findings and work-off plansTranslates strategic architectures into implementation level guidanceSupports IT-related tasks in areas such as developing requirements, placing / monitoring service requests, monitoring cloud costs, and conducting on-premises vs cloud tradesDevelops productive relationships with the development contractor, spacecraft and payload subject matter experts (SMEs), and other functional counterpartsAdvises and mentors customer personnel regarding network and cloud architecturesProvides technical and cost assessment of vendor proposals, reviews technical reports, design artifacts and program plansRequired Qualifications:Must be a US CitizenMust possess an active TS/SCI clearance with PolygraphBS or MS degree in relevant Science, Technology, or Engineering field of study8+ Years of work experience in a relevant field, ideally on satellite programs (government or commercial)Superb technical skills and experience related to ground systems hardware and softwareExperience architecting, engineering, developing, and deploying large scale network solutionsExperience architecting, engineering, developing, and deploying large scale cloud solutionsEffective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skillsAbility to work in fast-paced, dynamic, and team-oriented environment without supervisionDesired Qualifications:12+ Years of work experience in a relevant field, ideally on satellite programs (government or commercial)Cloud provider certifications such as AWS / Azure Solution ArchitectCompTIA, Cisco, or other industry network engineering certificationsFamiliarity with cryptographic security management and implementations to support ground architecturesPeraton 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.$135,000 - $216,000. 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.EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Created: 2025-12-17