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Expert Cyber Systems Engineer

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Responsibilities

We are seeking an Expert Cyber Security Engineer to capture and refine information security requirements and ensure that the requirements are integrated into information technology component products and information systems through purposeful security architecting, design, development, and configuration.

Duties include:

Assists with leading development teams working to design and develop information systems or upgrade legacy systems.
Conducts product research and support Analysis of Alternative (AoA) activities that independently identify the most appropriate security solutions.
Assists with leading the development of system concepts, contribute to the capability phase of the systems development lifecycle, and translate technology and environmental conditions (e.g., law and regulation) into system security designs and processes.
Assists with leading the development and documentation of Security Architectures, Roadmaps, and investments.
Oversee the work of Senior, Mid and Junior level contractor Cyber Security Engineers.

Qualifications

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 eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Skills and Experience:

Required:

Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or related STEM degree program, or 18 years of equivalent experience as a Cyber Security Engineer.
18 years of working experience in government or industry within Cyber Security Engineering.
DoD 8570 Level II (IASAE) certification compliance
TS/SCI clearance adjudication or ability to obtain SCI and pass a poly.

Desired:

Expert working experience in government or industry leading enterprise-level cyber security efforts involving architecting, designing, development, and configuration of cloud and on premise-based systems and software.
Experience engineering Cyber Security solutions using Cloud Based Technology such as: Service Orientated Architecture (SOA), On-demand self-service, Broad network access, Resource pooling, Rapid elasticity, Measured Service, Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).
Experience engineering Cyber Security solutions using structured and unstructured Big Data.
Experience engineering Cyber Security solutions using Automation, Augmentation and Artificial Intelligence technologies.

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.

Target Salary Range

$146,000 - $234,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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What You Should Know About Expert Cyber Systems Engineer, Peraton

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Peraton is on the lookout for an Expert Cyber Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team in Chantilly! In this role, you'll play a vital part in capturing and refining information security requirements, ensuring that our cutting-edge technology solutions are designed with security in mind. You'll lead development teams in creating new information systems and upgrading legacy ones, all while conducting in-depth product research to identify the best security solutions. Your expertise will guide system concepts and translate complex regulations into effective security designs. At Peraton, we pride ourselves on building robust Security Architectures and Roadmaps, and you'll also have the opportunity to mentor and oversee the contributions of Senior, Mid, and Junior Cyber Security Engineers. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation, this position offers you the chance to tackle some of the most challenging security dilemmas in the field. Plus, we’re proud to provide our employees with excellent benefits, including a generous vacation policy and an appealing bonus plan. If you possess a Master’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience and have a passion for leading enterprise-level cyber security efforts, we want to hear from you! Join us in making a significant impact on national security and helping keep our nation safe and secure. Discover more about our mission at Peraton.com!

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What are the main responsibilities of an Expert Cyber Systems Engineer at Peraton?

As an Expert Cyber Systems Engineer at Peraton, your primary responsibilities will include capturing and refining information security requirements, leading development teams, conducting comprehensive product research, and guiding the development of security architectures. You'll also oversee teams of various experience levels in cyber security and contribute significantly to designing security processes and system concepts.