Network Cloud Architect at Peraton in US-MD-Laurel
- Company: Peraton
- Location: US-MD-Laurel
- Posted: Sep 17, 2026
- Type: Full-time
- Salary: $176,000 - $282,000
- Experience: 19+ years
Overview
Peraton is seeking a Cloud Architect to perform as a consultant for leading edge information technologies and methodologies to join our team in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. Our dynamic team provides full spectrum network connectivity including architecture, engineering, development, integration,…
Responsibilities
- Peraton is seeking a Cloud Architect to perform as a consultant for leading edge information technologies and methodologies to join our team in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. Our dynamic team provides full spectrum network connectivity including architecture, engineering, development, integration, deployment, configuration management, project management and network security services to the global enterprise, as well as systems and cloud engineering services for application modernization and transition of legacy applications into hybrid cloud platforms.
Requirements
- Minimum of 14 years' system engineering experience with a BS degree. Degree must be in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline. 5 additional years of related SE experience may be substituted for a BS degree, totaling 19 years of SE experience.
- Active/current TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph is required.
- Minimum of IAT Level 2 certification (i.e. Security+)
- Understanding the architecture and connectivity options for the various Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) (Amazon, Azure, and Oracle) and TS, S, and U networks (Commercial and Gov’t clouds)
- Understanding carrier neutral datacenters for connectivity and transport options
- Experience in Express Route/VPN/Gateway, Fast Connect, Direct Connect/Transit Gateway
Skills
Required
- Cloud architecture
- Network connectivity
Benefits
- Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and participation in an attractive bonus plan.
- The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Peraton's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Peraton provides a variety of benefits to employees.
- $176,000 - $282,000. 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.
About Peraton
Peraton 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.