Cyber Systems Engineering, Senior Advisor

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

Job summary

Peraton seeks a Digital Forensic Analyst to conduct research, evaluate system data, and strengthen security posture across networks and infrastructure. You will analyze traffic, perform forensics, and assess cloud and on-premises environments, applying best practices and cutting-edge techniques.

The role requires deep technical expertise across security domains, with hands-on use of tools like Splunk and Wireshark to identify threats and guide mitigations. A TS/SCI clearance is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.
• Over a decade of technical experience across analysis, network engineering and security.
• Experience in penetration testing, red teaming, reverse engineering or malware forensics preferred.
• Demonstrated programming/scripting and database development knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform network traffic analysis to detect anomalous activity.
• Conduct computer forensics and security vulnerability analysis using COTS tools.
• Evaluate cloud services, web applications, and software/hardware.
• Identify gaps in cybersecurity systems to reduce risk.
• Propose innovative cyber defense solutions.
• Participate in the penetration test lifecycle and threat modeling.
• Recommend best practices for networks and Linux/Windows configurations.
• Utilize Splunk, Wireshark and other tools to support analysis.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Penetration testing

Red teaming

Reverse engineering

Malware forensics

Network security

Software security analysis

Linux/Windows security

Scripting

Technical analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field

MS/MA in a related field

Tools

Splunk

Wireshark

Job description

About Peraton

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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Program Overview

Provides technical targeting and all-source intelligence analysis to support the Client across the entire intelligence lifecycle. Delivers expertise in areas such as threat analysis, cybersecurity, signals analysis, and network intrusion, delivering mission-critical support for every aspect of the mission.

About The Role

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

Qualifications

Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA;

• Must possess an active, current Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with polygraph;
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field and 12yrs of experience, or 4 additional years of relevant technical experience may be accepted as equivalent;
• 10+ 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

Details

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 Statement

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