Cybersecurity Engineer, Peraton, Fort Meade, MD
Peraton -
Fort Meade, MD,
US
Cybersecurity Engineer
Date Posted: 2024-05-06
Job description
ResponsibilitiesPeraton is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to join our USCYBERCOM team located in Fort Meade, MD.Location: On-site at Fort Meade, MD.In this role you will:* Possess an in-depth understanding and the ability to apply intermediate concepts of cyber engineering and cybersecurity.* Maintain in-depth knowledge and understanding of the DoD cybersecurity policies and the Risk Management Framework.* Independently conduct cybersecurity engineering research and analysis, provide recommendations for the implementation of security mechanisms, and provide advise or counsel on recommended cybersecurity practices and requirements.* Contribute substantive content to the development of cybersecurity documentation, concept papers, and test plans required by Command policies and the Risk Management Framework.* Maintain comprehensive knowledge and understanding of DoD and/or Intelligence Community (IC) engineering efforts, across multiple engineering disciplines.* Independently evaluate functional operation and performance, and based on test results and inspections, make recommendations regarding C&A.* Be the liaison between the operators, the developers and the system engineers; ensure compliance with DoD and NIST requirements.* Assess infrastructure requests; provide recommendations and guidance on development.QualificationsJob Requirements:* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related discipline, and 5 years of experience with Cybersecurity or Information Assurance.* 12 years experience in lieu of a degree* Demonstrated strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and excellent communications skills.* Active, current DoD 8140/DoD 8570 IAM Level I certification.* U.S. citizenship required* An active TS/SCI with poly security clearance is required.Benefits:Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and participation in an attractive bonus plan.#LI-ET1Peraton OverviewPeraton 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$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.