Cybersecurity Engineer, Advisor

Responsibilities :

The Cybersecurity Engineer will play a crucial role in supporting the acquisition, integration, support, management, and control of all software, hardware, systems, and network configurations for a USAF Air Combat Command critical mission system.

Working in coordination with Government stakeholders, the engineer will ensure strict compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) / Air Force (AF) cyber directives and accreditation / authorization requirements to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the mission systems.

Key Responsibilities :

Conduct system scans to identify and assess vulnerabilities and provide recommendations for remediation.

Collaborate with system developers and administrators to ensure cybersecurity policies and procedures are implemented during all phases of the system lifecycle.

Develop and implement Security CONOPS outlining how security controls will be met and maintained.

Prepare and submit accreditation packages and artifacts in Xacta to obtain Authority to Operate (ATO), Authority to Connect (ATC), and Certificate to Field (CTF) for mission systems.

Support test and evaluation activities for new technologies, prepare detailed reports, and make specific recommendations based on findings.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field.

Ability to conduct vulnerability assessments and monitor networks to support test and operational environment requirements.

Experience : Minimum of 8 years with BS / BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS / MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD

Certification requirements met in accordance with DoD 8140.03-M Information Assurance Technical (IAT) II.

TS / SCI Security Clearance.

Desired Qualifications :

Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, Security+, or equivalent.

Experience using Xacta for managing NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) process.

Solid understanding of data transport, encryption, networking, IT systems, and cybersecurity fundamentals.

Familiarity with DoD / AF cybersecurity policies, directives, and frameworks (ICD 503, DoDI 8500.01).

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 to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range :

$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.