External Job Posting Title Cyber Software Engineering, Lead Associate

Peraton; Wiesbaden; Vor Ort; EUR 74.000 - 119.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Peraton is seeking a Cyber Systems Developer for its Regional Cyber Center-Europe program in Wiesbaden, Germany. The role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining cyber defense tools, automation scripts, and services that enhance CSSP detection, response, and operations within a secure environment.

You will work on containerized apps with Podman and Kubernetes, optimize GitLab CI/CD pipelines, and perform capacity analyses to sustain SLAs.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or Business Administration; 5 years systems development or DevSecOps experience.
• DoD 8140 IT (System Administrator) - Intermediate.
• U.S. citizenship and active DoD TS/SCI clearance.
• Active certifications: CompTIA Linux+, RHCSA, RHCE, RHCS in Containers/Kubernetes, or GitLab CI/CD Associate, Azure DevOps.

Aufgaben

• Design, develop, and maintain cyber defense tools and automation scripts.
• Automate security workflows using Python, Bash, and Ansible.
• Manage containerized apps and micro-services with Podman and Kubernetes.
• Administer GitLab CI/CD pipelines in a secure, classified environment.
• Conduct capacity and performance analysis to sustain SLAs.
• Support CSSP infrastructure ops and tool integration.

Kenntnisse

Python scripting

Bash scripting

Security automation

SSDLC understanding

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in STEM or Business Administration

Tools

Kubernetes

Podman

GitLab CI/CD

Ansible

SaltStack

Azure DevOps

RHEL/CentOS

Jobbeschreibung

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking to hire a Cyber Systems Developer for its Regional Cyber Center-Europe program.

Location: On-site, Wiesbaden, Germany

Potentially 2nd/3rd Shift work

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain cyber defense tools, automation scripts, and utilities that enhance CSSP detection, response, and operational efficiency across the RCC-E environment
• Automate security workflows and repetitive operational tasks using scripting languages (Python, Bash, Ansible) to reduce analyst workload and improve response times
• Manage and maintain containerized applications and micro-servicesusing Podman and Kubernetes, supporting the deployment and lifecycle management of CSSP mission tools
• Administer and optimize GitLab CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, integration, and deployment of cyber defense software in a secure, classified environment
• Conduct capacity and performance analysis of CSSP infrastructure components, identifying bottlenecks and recommending improvements to sustain operational SLAs
• Support CSSP infrastructure operations including configuration management, system hardening, and integration of new tools into the existing cyber defense architecture

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Qualifications

Required:

• 5 years of systems development or DevSecOps experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or Business Administration; 11 years of relevent experience may substitute for degree
• Must meet TESA Qualifications
• DoD 8140 - IT (System Administrator) - Intermediate
• Certifications — must hold active certifications (one of the following):
  • CompTIA Linux+; OR
  • Red Hat RHCSA; OR
  • Red Hat RHCE; OR
  • Red Hat Certified Specialist in Containers and Kubernetes; OR
  • Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate; OR
  • GitLab Certified CI/CD Associate; OR
  • Azure DevOps Engineer Expert
• U.S. citizenship required
• Active DoD TS/SCI clearance

Preferred:

• Proficiency in Python and Bash scripting for security automation and tool development
• Experience with Ansible or SaltStack for configuration management and infrastructure-as-code
• Hands-on experience with GitLab CI/CD for pipeline development in classified environments
• Working knowledge of Kubernetes and Podman for container orchestration and management
• Strong Linux systems administration skills (RHEL/CentOS) in enterprise environments
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps for project management and pipeline integration
• Experience with SaltStack or Puppet for large‑scale configuration management
• Understanding of DevSecOps principles and secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC)

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

Target Salary Range

$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.