Peraton

Cybersecurity Engineer

Peraton  •  $66k - $106k/yr  •  Herndon, VA (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Cybersecurity Engineer to join our team in the greater DMV area, supporting the Army National Guard.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and maintain STIGs, RMF controls, and NIST SP 800‑53 security baselines across systems, networks, and applications.
  • Apply remediation actions from vulnerability scans (ACAS, Forescout), track findings, and upload evidence and status into eMASS.
  • Configure and support deployment of security tooling (AV/EDR, DLP, Forescout, ACAS) and document secure settings and operational procedures.
  • Support system hardening, control implementation, and validation activities to improve CCRI/RMF readiness.
  • Participate in security reviews for projects: identify vulnerabilities, update eMASS artifacts, and validate compliance with DoD cybersecurity directives.
  • Verify cybersecurity requirements and configurations for circuits and Army 365/DEE services across enclaves.
  • Assist with security evidence collection, POA&M updates, and remediation verification with ISSOs/ISSMs and system owners.
  • Contribute to cybersecurity‑by‑design efforts by updating control documentation and supporting security assessments and testing.
  • Produce configuration change records, remediation reports, and technical notes to support auditability and operational continuity.

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Qualifications

Qualifications

  • 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD
  • Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance.

  • Candidate must meet ONE of the following:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering; OR
    • Relevant DoD/military training (examples: DISA (652) Training; Security Architect (Intermediate) Playlist); OR
    • Relevant professional certification or equivalent experience (examples: GMON, SecurityX/CASP+, CCSP, CISSO, Cloud+, CSSLP, FITSP‑D, GCSA, GSEC).
  • Required experience and skills:

    • Cybersecurity engineering, system hardening, or vulnerability remediation experience.
    • Hands‑on experience with ACAS and Forescout (or equivalent vulnerability/NAC tools) and eMASS evidence workflows.
    • Practical knowledge of STIGs, SRGs, RMF control implementation, and NIST SP 800‑53 mapping.
    • Experience configuring and supporting endpoint, DLP, and network security tools and documenting secure settings.
    • Familiarity with DoD enclave considerations (NIPR/SIPR/Army 365) and ability to verify cross‑domain security requirements.
    • Strong documentation skills and ability to produce audit‑quality evidence and remediation records.
  • Desired:

    • Prior DoD/ARNG/CCRI support experience.
    • Experience with system authorization artifacts, POA&Ms, and RMF package preparation.
    • Scripting or automation skills for remediation and evidence collection (PowerShell, Python).

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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.

Target Salary Range

$66,000 - $106,000. 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.

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

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About Peraton

At Peraton, we're at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We're the partner of choice to help solve some of the world's most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

How do we do it? By thinking differently. We're not mired in the past. We look at all problems with fresh eyes. We look past the obvious to bring the best talent, tech, and ideas together to completely transform how things get done. So bring your unique ideas, your entrepreneurial spirit, and your drive to succeed and get ready to be part of something bigger. Get ready to do the can't be done.

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Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Year Founded
2017
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