Peraton

Information Assurance Security, Lead Associate

Peraton  •  $80k - $128k/yr  •  Bedford, NH (Onsite)  •  7 days ago
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Job Description

Responsibilities

Peraton Labs is seeking an Information Systems Security Manager with strong technical skills in support of Strategic Innovation Group’s Information Assurance operations. This is a full-time on-site position working at our Bedford, New Hampshire office, with occasional travel to support Maryland or New Jersey sites.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Manage classified and unclassified information systems within MS Windows and Linux environments
  • Monitor security logs for anomalous events
  • Conduct security audits and continuous monitoring activities,
  • Harden systems, scan, apply patches, remediate and/or mitigate with POA&M appropriately
  • Build, install, maintain, and troubleshoot information systems and network devices
  • Conduct data backup
  • Provide IA and technical support to Information System Security Manager, Program Managers, and user communities
  • Develop, maintain, and update IA documentation, e.g., SP, RAR, IRP, etc.
  • Install, configure, and troubleshoot systems (hardware and software) in a rapid deployment climate

Qualifications

Required Skills/Qualifications

  • 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD
  • Preferred degree in a technical discipline such as computer science, cyber security or information technology
  • Meet DoD 8570/8140 Level II requirements, e.g., Security+ CE or equivalent certification (with ability to obtain IAT III certification within 12 months of employment)
  • Hands-on experience working in a Microsoft Windows and Linux system administration role with specific focus on Ubuntu and RedHat distributions
  • In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP and networking concepts, e.g. DHCP, DNS, SSH, TLS, IPSec, etc.
  • Knowledge of Authority to Operate) processes, procedures, and industry-standard guidelines, continuous monitoring, POA&Ms, JSIG, NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53 Rev4/ Rev5, and other special publications
  • Works well with team members, good written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work in team or alone
  • Maintain required certifications for this role
  • Active TS clearance with ability to obtain SCI

Desired Skills/Qualifications

  • Extensive experience as ISSO/ISSM in dynamic and diverse environments
  • Extensive experience with vulnerability management tools, e.g., ACAS, Nessus, Xacta, etc.
  • Extensive experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network devices, e.g., servers, workstations, switches, routers, etc.

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

$80,000 - $128,000. 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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Peraton

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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