Emerging Threats Analyst

Peraton; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision

Parental leave

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Peraton seeks an Emerging Threats Analyst to support DAMO-Strategic Operations/Cyber Operations. This senior role focuses on AI-based threats to Army networks, developing policy and guiding cyber operations strategy. Work location includes the Pentagon and Arlington facilities with significant policy exposure and cross-agency collaboration.

Responsibilities cover analyzing AI-enabled risks, researching open-source and serialized intel, and producing briefings to inform strategic decisions. U.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience: 12 years with BS/BA; 10 years with MS/MA; 7 years with Ph.D.; or equivalent combinations.
• Experience in CO/CEMA at HQDA or equivalent level and above.
• Knowledge of HQDA processes and systems; completed senior military education.
• Prior DoD Cyber Protection Team experience from any service.
• Experience with JCIDS, PPBE, DoD documentation and defense planning processes.
• Excellent writing, editing, and briefing skills; proficient in Word, Excel, and PM.
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic team and meet deadlines.
• U.S. Citizenship is required; active TS clearance with SCI potential.

Responsibilities

• Develop policy for AI-based solutions to enhance cyber operations.
• Provide expert analysis and recommendations for countermeasures.
• Analyze emerging AI-based threats to Army networks and systems.
• Research AI threats using serialized intel reports, OSINT and public info.
• Understand Army use of AI-enabled functions, including risks and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with Army analysts to share AI usage and effects.
• Develop and present reports, briefings, and decision-making products.
• Lead or assist policy direction for Army AI use in cyber operations.

Skills

US Citizenship

Active TS clearance

SCI eligibility

Independent worker

Prior DoD cyber experience

Education

BS/BA

MS/MA

Ph.D.

HS + 16 years experience

Associate degree +14 years experience

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.

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.

About The Role

Peraton seeks an Emerging Threats Analyst to support DAMO-Strategic Operations/Cyber Operations Support as a senior cyber analyst. In this role, you will address policy initiatives and represent DAMO stakeholders regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based threats to the Army's networks and systems.

Work Location: Pentagon and Taylor Building (Arlington)

Tasks include:

• Assist the development of policy regarding the implementation Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based solutions to enhance cyber operations.
• Provide expert analysis and recommendations to support the development of effective countermeasures and mitigation strategies.
• Analyze and assess emerging (AI)-based threats to the Army's networks and systems.
• Conduct research on AI-based threats, including reviewing serialized intelligence reports, publicly available information (PAI), open-source intelligence (OSINT), and other relevant sources.
• Conduct research for a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the Army's use and implementation of AI-enabled functions/abilities/use, to include understand weaknesses, risks, and vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with Army intelligence analysts, and other stakeholders to gather and share AI-based usage, implementation, unintended outcomes, and other related effects.
• Develop and present reports, briefings, and other products to inform DAMO-Strategic Operations/Cyber Operations decision-making.
• Lead and/or assist with the development of policy, direction, and guidance regarding the Army's use AI in cyber operations and countering AI-based threat to the Army's networks and systems.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum experience of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D. Will consider Associate degree +14 or HS +16 years of experience
• Experience in CO/CEMA at the HQDA or equivalent level and above
• Must be knowledgeable in HQDA processes and systems. Must have completed courses such as Command and General Staff College or comparable
• Have prior experience operating within a DoD Cyber Protection Team from any service
• Experience and knowledge of military documentation process, JCIDS requirements analysis, PPBE, and an in-depth understanding of the structure, functions, and specific key personnel across OSD, Joint Staff, HQDA, CCMDs, TRADOC, and the ASCCs including ARCYBER, CCoE and other TRADOC CoEs
• Possess excellent writing, editing, and briefing skills and experience with word, excel, and project management
• Able to work independently and effectively in a dynamic team environment
• Able to prioritize competing tasks and meet short-suspense deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Active TS clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI clearance

Preferred

• TS SCI clearance
• 15+ years of US DoD experience

Details

Target Salary Range: $135,000 - $216,000. 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:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.