Cyber R&D Lead/Service Manager

Peraton; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 135,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton in Linthicum, MD is seeking a Cyber R&D Lead/Service Manager to support a DoD customer. This role leads cyber investigations, digital forensics, and threat analysis while managing a 3–5 person team.

You will drive pilot initiatives and coordinate with stakeholders to deliver advanced cyber services. The position requires active security clearance, extensive experience in network security, cloud, and SIEM tools, and a strong track record in leadership and briefing.

Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance (TS/SCI preferred).
• 10 years of experience, may have supervisory or lead experience.
• In-depth knowledge of network/infrastructure and firewalls.
• Knowledge of Cloud, Big Data, Perimeter Security, and MITRE ATT&CK Framework.
• Two years of experience in infrastructure analysis, network monitoring, SIEM tools, and technical reporting/briefing.

Responsibilities

• Provide management and support of multiple pilots and projects for the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).
• Lead transformative initiatives toward Cybersecurity-as-a-Service for the DIB.
• Monitor CDC perimeter network traffic for malicious activity.
• Define capability needs, requirements, and KPIs for pilots.
• Perform AoAs evaluating performance, cost, and suitability of solutions.
• Engage with team, customers, and stakeholders to address technical considerations.
• Create priority alerts based on observed threats for CDCs.
• Provide briefings and trainings to customers and stakeholders.
• Manage a team of 3-5 employees.
• Conduct periodic performance check-ins with the team.

Skills

Security clearance

Cybersecurity

Team leadership

Threat analysis

SIEM tools

Education

Active TS/SCI preferred

10+ years of experience

Tools

Splunk

Elastic

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Cyber R&D Lead/Service Manager in our Linthicum, MD office in support of our Department of Defense (DoD) customer as part of a highly talented, highly motivated, and high-performing team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of cyber investigations, digital forensics, cyber threat analysis, and mission support in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will contribute to protecting national security interests by leveraging technical expertise, analytical skills, and innovative problem-solving to address complex cyber challenges. Individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity, committed to excellence, and eager to make a meaningful impact are encouraged to apply.

The DoD-Defense Industrial Base Collaborative Information Sharing Environment (DCISE) is the operational hub for DoD's Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Cybersecurity Program, focused on protecting intellectual property and safeguarding DoD content residing on or transiting contractor unclassified networks. DCISE develops and shares actionable threat products, performs cyber analysis and diagnostics, and provides remediation consults for over 1000 Cleared Defense Contractors (CDCs).

Responsibilities:

• Provide management and support of multiple pilots and projects for the Defense Industrial Base (DIB)
• The qualified candidate for this position will be responsible for driving transformative initiatives and lead efforts to look for solutions that can be delivered as a Cybersecurity-as-a-Service for the DIB so they can better protect themselves against the adversary
• Provide continuous monitoring and analysis of CDC perimeter network traffic for malicious activity
• Identify and document capability needs, requirements, and Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for future pilot offerings to CDCs
• Conduct Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs) through evaluation of performance, operational effectiveness, operational suitably, and estimated costs of alternative solutions
• Engage with team members, customers, and external stakeholders to effectively address technical considerations and resolve issues related to multiple service and pilot offerings
• Create and disseminate priority alerts to CDCs based on observed malicious activity or threats identified through all-source and open-source cyber analysis
• Provide briefings and trainings to customers and stakeholders
• Manage a team of 3-5 employees
• Conduct periodic performance check-ins with team

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Active Secret security clearance (TS/SCI preferred).
• 10 years of experience, may have supervisory or lead experience.
• In-depth knowledge of network/could infrastructure and firewalls.
• Knowledge of Cloud, Big Data, Perimeter Security, and MITRE ATT&CK Framework.
• A minimum of two years of the following experience:
  • Providing infrastructure analysis
  • Performing analysis of physical and logical digital technologies
  • Conducting in-depth target and technical analysis
  • Monitoring network/firewall traffic
  • Using SIEM tools (e.g. Splunk or Elastic)
  • Technical report writing experience
  • Technical briefing experience

Preferred certification(s):

• Network+
• Security+
• CySA+
• CASP+
• CEH
• CISSP

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

$135,000 - $216,000. 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.