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Peraton · 4 hours ago

Customer Technical Specialist

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are hiring a Customer Technical Specialist to support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at airports across the U.S., providing IT-related operational and project support for various technologies.

Information TechnologyRobotics
badNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on technical support for a wide range of IT and network systems including:
Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues both remotely and in-person
Perform installation and configuration of end-user devices such as laptops, mobile devices, VTC units, and other peripherals
Support infrastructure components like fiber backbones, patch panels, and network interconnectivity, ensuring secure and reliable communications
Log and manage updates through a ticketing system, maintaining accurate asset and configuration records
Conduct routine IT inventory audits, update cabinet documentation, and ensure equipment records are current
Partner with Peraton leadership to recommend technology and process improvements that enhance service delivery and customer experience
Deliver support with a professional presence - often directly assisting senior government personnel in high-profile environments
Provides technical support for end user devices, hardware (laptops, desktops, printers, tablets, mobile devices) and peripherals, software (COTS, GOTS, Web), network infrastructure (routers, switches, etc.), Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), audiovisual display systems, analog and wireless technologies
Schedules and coordinates customer desk-side support for the installation of new software or to performance hardware or software break/fix activities
Investigates and resolves all connectivity issues related to end-user, site infrastructure and STIP IT equipment

Qualification

Desk-side IT supportCisco switchesNetwork infrastructureA+ CertificationNetwork+ CertificationCisco & Microsoft CertificationsFiber backbone interconnectivityProfessional communication

Required

Bachelor's degree and 0 years' experience or Associate's degree and 2 years' experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 4 years experience
U.S. Citizenship must have the ability to obtain / maintain a DHS Entrance on Duty (EOD) clearance
Experience with desk-side IT support
Experience supporting variety of IT technologies (Laptops, Mobile devices, etc.)

Preferred

Relevant DHS focused experience
A+ Certification
Network+ Certification
Cisco & Microsoft Certifications
Ability to install Cisco switches and complex fiber backbone interconnectivity
Knowledge and experience connecting/patching/repairing Cat6 & fiber infrastructure
Ability to communicate in a professional manner with senior executive government staff

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Health savings account
Short/long term disability
EAP
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company paid holidays

Company

Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Thomas Terjesen
Chief Information Officer
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