Cybersecurity Lead - Architecture & RMF

Peraton; Kirtland (NM); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Peraton seeks a Cybersecurity Lead to guide security for satellite ground systems at Kirtland Air Force Base. With a focus on security architecture and compliance, this role requires extensive experience in cybersecurity and a Top-Secret clearance. Responsibilities include designing security frameworks, implementing protective measures, and liaising with government stakeholders.

This position offers a competitive salary range of $135,000 - $216,000, and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and 401(k). Join us in delivering mission capabilities!

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant experience; or 10+ years with a Master's degree.
• Top‑Secret/SCI clearance required.
• 10+ years cybersecurity experience with expertise in DoD compliance.
• Experience with security architecture for complex systems.
• Knowledge of NIST controls and DoD directives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of security architectures with defense-in-depth principles.
• Implement security controls across network and data protection.
• Evaluate and integrate security technologies.
• Guide secure DevSecOps practices.
• Oversee security assessments and remediation efforts.

Skills

Cybersecurity experience

Security architecture

DoD compliance

Risk Management Framework

Zero Trust principles

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (desired)

Tools

Security technologies

Assessment tools

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.

About The Role

The Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) program is an exciting and cutting-edge initiative led by the U.S. Space Force. It focuses on the development, integration, and sustainment of prototype and operational satellite ground systems, satellite operations centers (SOCs), and critical support services. The program supports the Research and Development Space and Missile Operations (RDSMO) Ground System Enterprise (GSE) and is headquartered at Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

As the Cybersecurity Lead, you will drive the technical security vision and execution across program activities, supporting security architecture, engineering, and compliance for mission‑critical satellite ground systems. You will lead efforts to design, implement, and maintain secure systems aligned with DoD and Space Force requirements while supporting accreditation and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of security architectures incorporating defense‑in‑depth and Zero Trust principles.
• Direct implementation of security controls across network, endpoint, and data protection domains.
• Lead security technology evaluation, integration, and automation initiatives.
• Guide secure DevSecOps practices and security testing procedures.
• Provide technical leadership for security operations and incident response activities.
• Lead the Authority to Operate (ATO) process and implementation of security controls in alignment with NIST and DoD requirements.
• Oversee security assessments and manage Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) remediation efforts.
• Ensure proper use of enterprise mission assurance tools and maintain knowledge of applicable security frameworks.
• Serve as the technical security liaison with Government stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of relevant experience; OR a Master's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience. Additional four (4) years experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum Top‑Secret/SCI clearance required. The candidate must maintain the clearance.
• 10+ years of cybersecurity experience with expertise in security architecture and DoD compliance.
• Experience designing security solutions for complex DoD or Intelligence Community systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
• Understanding of NIST controls, DISA STIGs, and DoD security directives.
• Experience implementing Zero Trust principles.
• DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level III certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or equivalent).
• Experience supporting secure environments with additional security requirements.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with security technologies and assessment tools.
• Experience supporting space‑ground system programs within Space Systems Command or similar organizations.
• Experience with satellite ground systems, satellite operations centers (SOCs), cybersecurity accreditation, and cloud architectures.
• Advanced degree in STEM or management‑related field.

***This position is contingent upon award of contract***

Details

Target Salary Range: $135,000 - $216,000. Salary is determined by various factors, including scope and responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and geographic location.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO), and company‑paid holidays.

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