Cyber Systems Engineering, Advisor

Peraton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Cyber Systems Engineering Advisor in the McLean, VA area to support top-secret defense missions. The role requires a TS/SCI with poly and hands-on cyber defense experience across analysis, forensics, and vulnerability assessment.

You’ll work with teams to reduce risk while applying industry best practices for networks and systems. Ideal candidates bring Mandarin language skills, strong scripting/programming basics, and a track record of adapting to dynamic customer

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 8+ years of experience, or 4 additional years of relevant experience may be accepted as equivalent.
• 5+ years across analysis, network engineering, security, penetration testing, red teaming, software reverse engineering, and/or computer exploitation.
• 5+ years in three or more of: mobile device security, telecom protocols, Linux/Android/Windows, vulnerability/malware forensics.
• Experience with scripting and some programming languages; knowledge of databases.
• Strong organizational skills and adaptability to dynamic customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform network traffic analysis and identify anomalous behavior.
• Conduct computer forensics and security vulnerability analysis using COTS tools.
• Evaluate cloud services, web apps, and COTS software/hardware.
• Identify gaps in cybersecurity systems 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 configuring networks and Linux/Windows machines.
• Leverage tools like Splunk and Wireshark to aid analysis.

Skills

Mandarin Language

TS/SCI clearance

Scripting

Programming basics

Analytical thinking

Education

BS/BA in a technical field

MS/MA (preferred)

Tools

Splunk

Wireshark

Job description

Cyber Systems Engineering, Advisor

Job Locations

US-MD-Undisclosed | US-VA-McLean

Clearance

Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

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.

Responsibilities

The Digital Forensic Analyst will conduct research, evaluate system configuration data, and provide recommendations to enhance security posture of network and infrastructure. The successful applicant must understand network protocols to identify attack points that could be exploited by an adversary and work with the team to implement changes to mitigate potential weaknesses/vulnerabilities. Additionally, the Digital Forensic Analyst will:

• Perform network traffic analysis of organizational systems to analyze raw packet data and identify anomalous behavior;
• Conduct computer forensics and security vulnerability analysis using commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and/or customer-provided tools;
• Evaluate cloud services, web applications, and COTS software and 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 the configuration of networks and Linux and Windows machines;
• Leverage analytical tools (e.g., Splunk, Wireshark, etc.) to assist in analysis

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Qualifications

Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA

Required Qualifications

• Mandarin Language
• Must possess an active, current Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with polygraph;
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field and 8yrs of experience, or 4 additional years of relevant technical experience may be accepted as equivalent;
• 5+ years of experience working across technical competencies such as: analysis, network engineering, network security, offensive experience, technical collection, penetration testing, red teaming, hardware engineering, software reverse engineering, and/or computer exploitation;
• 5+ years of cumulative experience in three or more of the following: mobile device security, telecommunications protocols, Operating Systems (Linux, Android, Windows, iOS), software reverse engineering, computer forensics, vulnerability assessment, and/or malware forensics;
• Demonstrated working knowledge of software development and some demonstrated proficiency in scripting and/or programming languages and database development;
• Demonstrated organizational skills and the willingness and ability to adapt to dynamic and unexpected customer requirements

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in emerging technology issues;
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCFP, CCSP, CEH, GCFA, and/or GCIA

Target Salary Range

$146,000 - $234,000. 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.

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

EEO

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