Peraton · 1 month ago
IT Infrastructure Architect
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $166K/yr
6+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence. They are seeking a highly skilled IT Infrastructure Architect to design, implement, and oversee enterprise infrastructure solutions in alignment with the NIST 800-53 security and compliance framework.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain enterprise infrastructure blueprints (network, storage, compute, cloud, virtualization)
Ensure infrastructure designs comply with NIST 800-53 security controls and organizational policies
Architect hybrid environments (on-premises and cloud) with a focus on scalability, resilience, and compliance
Integrate NIST 800-53 control requirements into infrastructure planning and implementation
Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure secure configurations and continuous monitoring
Support audits, assessments, and accreditation processes (e.g., FISMA, FedRAMP)
Identify and mitigate risks in infrastructure design and deployment
Conduct security impact analyses for infrastructure changes
Maintain documentation of security controls, configurations, and system boundaries
Partner with IT leadership, system owners, and compliance officers to align infrastructure with business needs
Provide technical guidance to engineers and administrators on secure infrastructure practices
Lead infrastructure projects from design through implementation and ongoing support
Stay current with emerging technologies, federal security standards, and best practices
Recommend enhancements to improve performance, security, and compliance posture
Drive automation and modernization initiatives to streamline infrastructure management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field and 8 years of experience, Master's degree and 6 years of experience, or Ph.D. and 3 years of experience in IT infrastructure design and architecture
Strong knowledge of NIST 800-53 security controls and compliance frameworks (FISMA, FedRAMP)
Expertise in networking, virtualization, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and enterprise storage
Experience with identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and secure system design
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell)
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or Microsoft/AWS/Azure Architect certifications are highly desirable
Ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust as required for the contract
This is a remote capable position, however, candidates must live in the DC/MD/NoVA local area
Preferred
Ability to translate regulatory requirements into technical solutions
6-8+ years of experience in IT infrastructure design and architecture is preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Experience working in federal or regulated environments
Benefits
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Terjesen
Chief Information Officer
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2025-09-25
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