Peraton · 9 hours ago
Cybersecurity Engineer, Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) Software Support / Active Secret
US-CA-San Diego
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $216K/yr
10+ years expPeraton is a recognized leader in Cyber, Digital Transformation, Cloud, Operations, and Engineering, seeking a skilled Cybersecurity Engineer to support a world-wide national intelligence program. The role involves providing engineering support within a DevSecOps environment, focusing on Cyber Situational Awareness, Cyber Command and Control, and Homeland Defense, while directly supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as an On-site Representative (OSR) providing administrative and technical support to NSWCDD DNA
Conduct ship checks, attend local meetings, coordinate fleet schedules, and act as liaison to ship crews
Support delivery of new TSCE baselines to the fleet, including coordination of MOAs and MOUs
Develop ship inspection procedures, test procedures, and detailed ship check reports (including photos when permitted)
Perform AIT installations, removals, upgrades, overhauls, and provide technical assistance for systems, equipment, and alterations
Coordinate with the Alteration Installation Team (AIT) to ensure all materials, instructions, and technical data packages are approved and installed correctly
Follow shipboard protocol requirements and support underway periods as needed
Maintain and manage multi-user systems, ensuring optimal performance and collaborating with network and IT teams
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 10 years of experience with a BS/BA degree, including demonstrated expertise in the following functional areas: Computer security, military system specifications, and DoD cybersecurity policies
National Cyber Range Complex (NCRC) and Total Ship Computing Environment (TSCE) program requirements, including mission needs, ship installation requirements, and shipboard protocols
Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and the implementation of cybersecurity and Information Assurance (IA) boundary‑defense techniques
Hands‑on experience with IA‑enabled appliances and security technologies such as Firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Switches/Routers, Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), EMASS, and Endpoint Security Solution (ESS)
Performing STIG implementation across systems and platforms
Conducting vulnerability assessments using the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) tool
Remediating vulnerability findings, including applying vendor patches and updates on both Linux and Windows operating systems
U.S. citizenship required
Active DoD Secret level security clearance
Current U.S. Passport or ability to obtain prior to start
Preferred
Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, or Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
MS and 8 years of experience as a professional Engineer
Will have 10 years + experience analyzing log data, performing traffic analysis, executing audits, performing digital footprint and risk intelligence analysis, and possess the expertise to rectify any uncovered vulnerabilities
DoD Top Secret security clearance is highly preferred
One or more of the following cyber certifications: OSCP; GIAC; GSOC; CompTIA CySA+; CISSP from ISC2
Benefits
Employees may be eligible for overtime
Shift differential
Discretionary bonus
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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