Cyber Systems Engineer, TS/SCI w/Poly

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Annapolis Junction, MD, USA
In-Office
176K-282K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Information Technology • Security • Cybersecurity • Defense
Do the can't be done.
The Role
Safeguard classified information systems, maintain security and compliance, support authorization and continuous monitoring, conduct risk and vulnerability assessments, manage security documentation, and coordinate information assurance programs. The role develops security policies, evaluates solutions for classified data, supports incident response, and manages system configurations, changes, and security impact assessments.
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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

We are seeking an experienced Systems Security professional to support the security, compliance, and operational readiness of mission-critical information systems.


What you'll do:

  • You will be responsible for safeguarding sensitive and classified systems and data while ensuring systems remain secure, compliant with applicable security requirements, and ready to support critical mission operations.
  • Support the planning, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring of information system security.
  • Serve as the Information Systems Security Approval Authority for systems under your control.
  • Provide technical and compliance support for the organization’s Information Assurance (IA) program.
  • Plan, coordinate, and enforce IT security programs across various systems and projects.
  • Maintain the operational security posture for mission-critical information systems.
  • Develop and enforce information system security policies, standards, and methodologies.
  • Support day-to-day security operations, including system monitoring and incident response.
  • Conduct vulnerability and risk assessments to support system certification and accreditation (C&A).
  • Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet requirements for handling classified data.
  • Manage system configuration, changes, and security impact assessments.

Security Documentation & Compliance You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, reviewing, and updating security documentation required to demonstrate system compliance and support authorization decisions. This may include:

  • System Security Plans (SSPs)
  • Risk Assessment Reports
  • Certification & Accreditation (C&A) packages
  • System Control Traceability Matrices (SCTMs)

What You'll Bring:

  • The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of information systems security, cybersecurity risk management, security compliance, and the requirements associated with securing mission-critical and classified environments.
  • You should be comfortable working across technical and programmatic teams and translating security requirements into practical solutions.

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Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph is required.
  • Seventeen (17) years of Systems Engineering experience on programs of comparable scope and complexity, with demonstrated expertise in planning and leading Systems Engineering efforts.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, or a related discipline). Five (5) years of additional relevant Systems Engineering experience may be substituted for a degree.

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on our critical National Security programs, 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 eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Target Salary Range$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. 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 StatementsThe 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. EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Skills Required

  • Active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph
  • Seventeen years of Systems Engineering experience on programs of comparable scope and complexity
  • Demonstrated expertise planning and leading Systems Engineering efforts
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, or related field
  • Five additional years of relevant Systems Engineering experience may substitute for the bachelor's degree
  • Strong understanding of information systems security, cybersecurity risk management, and security compliance
  • Understanding of securing mission-critical and classified environments
  • Ability to translate security requirements into practical solutions across technical and programmatic teams

Peraton Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Peraton and has not been reviewed or approved by Peraton.

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as broad, including medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and specialty programs like virtual physical therapy and surgical/cancer care navigation. Medical coverage is also characterized as a standout part of the overall package in terms of perceived quality.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) with employer matching and is repeatedly positioned as a strong component of total rewards. The 401(k) benefit is frequently singled out as one of the most valued parts of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are positioned as robust, including PTO, holidays, paid sick days, and floating holidays, with some roles offering notably generous accrual. Leave breadth is reinforced by related programs such as short/long-term disability and bereavement leave.

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The Company
HQ: Reston, VA
18,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

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.

Why Work With Us

We are fearlessly solving the world’s most complex challenges to keep people safe and secure. You can be a part of protecting and promoting that freedom around the world.

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