Peraton · 10 hours ago
IT/Cybersecurity Engineer - Mid Level
United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$112K/yr - $179K/yr
6+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to support the NOAA AWIPS program, focusing on maintaining a strong cybersecurity posture for the enterprise weather forecasting system. The role involves leading accreditation, security controls, and continuous monitoring for this critical platform.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Build out the technical tasks
Populate the SaFE/Agile backlog
Drive technical solutions for Cyber Security against DevSecOps strategies
Implementation of RMF
Gaining and maintaining system Authorizations to Operate (ATO)
Secure as you build concepts
Conduct defense-in-depth activities using established tactics, techniques, processes, and tools
Work with multiple Approving Organizations (AO) on Enterprise-wide security settings and postures alongside Software/System Architects, Data/Space Scientists, Systems Engineers, and other technical leads
Establish / adhere to industry security standards and implement best practices
Qualification
Required
Min 8 years with BS/BA, Min 6 years with MS/MA, Min 3 years with PhD
4 years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree
Cybersecurity experience supporting the software development lifecycle, gaining and maintaining ATOs using RMF, security incident and event management (SIEM), and incident response
Must have knowledge of RMF and NIST processes
Must have experience in developing and maintaining Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms), Security Concepts of Operations (SECONOPS), and Standard Operating Procedures in support of RMF
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust
Preferred
Security+, CISSP, or similar certification
Active/Current Public Trust
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Health savings account
Short/long term disability
EAP
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company paid holidays
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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