Network Engineer - Senior - Secret Cleared

Perrygo is a small, rapidly growing company; we are passionate about our employees as well as supporting our customers and their mission. We are excited for the opportunity to bring aboard highly motivated and energetic individuals to join our teams. Currently, we are seeking a Network Engineer. This role supports a customer in Kinston, NC.

The Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a network infrastructure that leverages a commercial Internet Service Provider (ISP) while supporting a Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) network. The individual will work as part of a network operations team to ensure seamless integration of the commercial network and the RDT&E network into a unified fabric using Cisco hardware.

The role requires expertise in load balancing, throughput management, and network optimization to support mission-critical operations.

• Stand up and configure a network leveraging a commercial ISP.
• Design and implement solutions to integrate the commercial network with the RDT&E network into a single fabric using Cisco hardware.

• Provide embedded support for the RDT&E network as part of the network operations team.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve network issues to ensure high availability and performance.

• Optimize network performance by implementing load balancing techniques.
• Manage network throughput to ensure efficient data flow and support mission-critical applications.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand mission requirements and translate them into network solutions.
• Work closely with other team members to ensure seamless integration of network components.

• Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Provide regular reports on network performance, issues, and resolutions.

High school, CSWF acceptable cert (CompTIA Cloud+ or Sec+, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP), and 3+ years of relevant experience ORBS degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering;
Security+ cert, and 3+ years of relevant experience

• Strong knowledge of Cisco hardware and networking technologies.
• Experience with network design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in load balancing techniques and throughput management.

• Proven experience in supporting RDT&E networks or similar environments.
• Familiarity with commercial ISP networks and their integration into larger infrastructures.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Secret (must be a US Citizen)

100% On Site, Primary Site - Kinston NC;
Secondary site: MCAS Cherry Point

This position is supporting an active, funded contract.

Perrygo Consulting Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, for all individuals, including protected veterans and those with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Perrygo Consulting Group, LLC participates in E-Verify.

If being a part of a small, growing company while having the opportunity to work on exciting projects with challenging tasks excites you – then please apply today!

• Paid Time Off (PTO)/Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Work Schedules (offering a healthy work-life balance whenever possible)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• LTD/STD, AD&D, and Life-Employer Paid
• Supplemental Life and Accident options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• 401K Plan with employer Safe Harbor contribution
• Profit Sharing Plan