Cyber Systems Engineering, Senior Advisor

VulnU; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 176,000 - 282,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

25 days PTO

Job summary

Peraton in Laurel, MD is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support the analysis, design, integration, and implementation of complex systems for national security missions. You will translate user needs into detailed system requirements and architectures while collaborating with government stakeholders and technical teams.

The role requires leadership across the system lifecycle, development of SE plans, and hands-on Agile requirements management.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of Systems Engineering experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Experience developing Functional Requirements Documents (FRDs).
• Experience in translating business needs into technical requirements and managing requirements across teams.
• Strong collaboration with government stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering, design, development, and integration across the system lifecycle.
• Translate user requirements, CONOPS, and high-level architectures into detailed specifications.
• Interface with Government stakeholders, senior leadership, and program teams.
• Develop and maintain system architecture, design, and engineering documentation.
• Plan SE activities, risk assessment, and test/verification plans.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Requirements analysis

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering or related field

Job description

# Cyber Systems Engineering, Senior AdvisorPeraton · peraton.comCategory: Security EngineeringLocation: Laurel, MDLevel: SeniorSalary: $176,000 – $282,000Clearance: TS/SCI + Poly## Quality of lifeWhat the posting states. Hover or tap a perk to see the line it came from.* Paid parental leave* 25 days PTOPeraton OverviewPeraton 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.ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a Systems Engineer to support the analysis, design, integration, and implementation of complex systems. The Systems Engineer will work closely with users, government stakeholders, and technical teams to translate operational needs into comprehensive system requirements and architectures. Analyze user requirements, Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), and high-level system architectures to develop detailed system requirements specifications.Lead systems engineering, design, development, and integration activities throughout the system lifecycle.Collaborate with users and stakeholders to define and refine requirements, evaluate alternative technical approaches, and conduct feasibility studies. Provide technical leadership across the integration of requirements, system design, architecture, and emerging technologies. Develop and maintain system architecture, system design, engineering, and other technical documentation. Support system development and implementation planning, including the development and assessment of Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMPs), system integration plans, and test plans.Integrate new capabilities, technologies, and system designs into existing operational environments. Interface directly with Government stakeholders on Systems Engineering technical matters, including requirements, issues, risks,and technical challenges. Ensure the technical integrity, quality, and completeness of Systems Engineering deliverables and work products. Identify and resolve technical issues and conflicts while coordinating solutions across engineering and program teams. Communicate technical concepts, recommendations, and project status effectively to program personnel, Government stakeholders, senior leadership, and executive audiences.Qualifications20+ years of Systems Engineering experience supporting programs of similar scope, type, and complexity, with demonstrated experience planning, leading, and executing Systems Engineering activities.Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. An additional five (5) years of relevant SystemsEngineering experience may be substituted for the degreeActive TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraphDemonstrated experience developing Functional Requirements Documents (FRDs) and translating business and operational needs into clear, actionable technical requirements for software developers, testers, and project managersExperience defining detailed functional and technical requirements that describe system behavior, data processing, interfaces, workflows, and business objectivesHands-on experience with Agile methodologies and requirements management, including requirements elicitation, analysis, decomposition, derivation, traceability, and validation.Target Salary Range$176,000 - $282,000. 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 StatementPeraton 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.Application StatementsThe application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.