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Peraton Overview 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...
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Peraton Overview
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.
Responsibilities
Peraton seeks a Cybersecurity Engineer to support Department of War Cyber Defense Command (DCDC) with defensive cyberspace operations and AI cyber security support.
Location: Fort Meade, MD.
In this role, you will perform technical cybersecurity engineering including hardening validation, security architecture implementation, and advanced threat analysis.
Primary Responsibilities:
Perform technical hardening validation
Implement security controls and configurations
Conduct security architecture reviews
Support Zero Trust implementation
Analyze advanced threats and vulnerabilities
Develop security automation solutions
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD. Will consider Associate with +10 or HS with +12 years of experience
Any IA Cybersecurity certification, such as Security+, Security X, CISSP, CCNA, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, Cloud+, SCYBER or equivalent.
Deep technical security engineering skills
Experience with security hardening and STIGs
Knowledge of network and application security
Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell)
Experience with cloud security
- U.S Citizenship required
- DoD TS with ability to obtain/maintain SCI clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
- 8 years of specific experience
Target Salary Range
$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.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. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Hiring for this role? Feature it
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