Peraton is currently seeking a LAN Network Administrator

The LAN Network Administrator supports enterprise operations by analyzing, maintaining, and administering Local Area Network infrastructure to ensure reliable connectivity, efficient performance, and secure operation across user and system environments. This role works in a dynamic setting to evaluate hardware and software, resolve LAN issues, implement configuration changes, and maintain compliance and documentation standards for mission‑critical network assets.
Key responsibilities listed below:

• Manages and maintains LAN architectures, including switching, routing, cabling, and communications hardware.
• Researches, tests, and evaluates LAN hardware/software to recommend reliable and compatible solutions.
• Analyzes LAN traffic and utilization trends to ensure efficient performance and capacity planning.
• Interfaces with users, technical teams, and vendors to determine hardware needs, installation requirements, and upgrade paths.
• Supports LAN infrastructure across the organization, resolving local connectivity and communication issues.
• Identifies and recommends LAN equipment upgrades including switches, cabling, patch panels, and physical connectivity components.
• Performs and oversees physical cable runs including routing, labeling, termination, and testing of copper and fiber connections.
• Tests and evaluates LAN systems for efficiency, reliability, and compatibility with existing environments.
• Develops LAN installation and troubleshooting procedures for hardware, software, and physical infrastructure.
• Maintains LAN documentation including diagrams, port‑density lists, cabling maps, and configuration baselines.
• Performs STIG/IAVA compliance and routine diagnostics while executing supervised configuration changes on LAN devices.

• 2 years with BS/BA; 0 years with MS/MA; 6 years with no degree; 4 years w/Associates degree
• Active DoD Secret Clearance

Target Salary Range: $66,000 - $106,000. 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 https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements: 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. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity.