DoD Cybersecurity Operations Leader

Peraton; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 146,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Technical Cybersecurity Manager in Linthicum, MD to lead cybersecurity projects across cyber operations, information assurance, and engineering. You will coordinate with DoD customers, provide technical leadership, and ensure RMF/NIST compliance while advancing cloud security and digital forensics capabilities.

The role emphasizes leadership of diverse teams, developing security strategies, and delivering mission-critical solutions in a fast-paced environment with a focus on

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity or information assurance, with leadership roles.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Demonstrated experience managing cybersecurity or information assurance teams in DoD/enterprise settings.
• Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and related program management standards.
• Experience writing security policies and SSPs, and assessing ATO package artifacts.

Responsibilities

• Leads large and small cybersecurity projects from requirements to delivery.
• Provides technical leadership and mentorship to project teams.
• Ensures compliance with RMF, NIST SP 800-53, and zero-trust principles.
• Coordinates with DoD customers and internal stakeholders.
• Manages cloud security initiatives and modern infrastructure practices.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

Leadership

Written communication

Verbal communication

Cybersecurity program management

Policy development

DevSecOps

Cloud security

Security operations planning

Education

Degree in IT/Cybersecurity

SAFe or PMP certification

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

AWS

Azure

RMF/NIST guidance

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Technical Cybersecurity Manager in Linthicum, MD to lead cybersecurity projects across cyber operations, information assurance, and engineering. You will coordinate with DoD customers, provide technical leadership, and ensure RMF/NIST compliance while advancing cloud security and digital forensics capabilities.

The role emphasizes leadership of diverse teams, developing security strategies, and delivering mission-critical solutions in a fast-paced environment with a focus on