Cyber Defense Systems Engineer – TS/SCI

Peraton; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 146,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Digital Forensic Analyst in Sterling, VA to research, evaluate system configuration data, and provide recommendations to improve security posture across networks and infrastructure.

The role requires a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, Mandarin language, and a technical degree with 8 years of experience (or 4 extra years in lieu). You will perform network traffic analysis, forensics, vulnerability assessment, and support penetration testing.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field and 8 years of experience, or 4 additional years of relevant technical experience may be accepted as equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience across analysis, network engineering, network security, offensive security, collection, penetration testing, red teaming, hardware engineering, software reverse engineering, or computer exploitation.
• 5+ years of cumulative experience in three or more of: mobile device security, telecom protocols, Linux/Android/Windows/iOS, reverse engineering, forensics, vulnerability assessment, malware forensics.
• Proven ability in scripting/programming and some database development; strong organizational skills and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Perform network traffic analysis of organizational systems to analyze raw packet data and identify anomalous behavior.
• Conduct computer forensics and security vulnerability analysis using COTS and/or customer-provided tools.
• Evaluate cloud services, web applications and COTS software/hardware.
• Identify gaps in cybersecurity systems and processes to reduce organizational risks.
• Offer innovative cyber defense solutions to protect systems.
• Participate in the penetration test lifecycle to understand threats and recommend solutions.
• Understand and recommend industry best practices for config of networks and Linux/Windows machines.
• Leverage analytical tools such as Splunk and Wireshark to assist in analysis.

Skills

Mandarin Language

Scripting / Programming

Analytical capabilities

Organizational skills

Network security

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field

Tools

Splunk

Wireshark

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Digital Forensic Analyst in Sterling, VA to research, evaluate system configuration data, and provide recommendations to improve security posture across networks and infrastructure.

The role requires a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, Mandarin language, and a technical degree with 8 years of experience (or 4 extra years in lieu). You will perform network traffic analysis, forensics, vulnerability assessment, and support penetration testing.