ETO Specialist - Intermediate

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

Job summary

Peraton is seeking an ETO Specialist in Fort Belvoir to support critical national security operations. The role demands significant experience and a TS/SCI clearance, emphasizing operational skills and collaboration. You will join a team contributing to sensitive missions that protect U.S. interests at home and abroad.

This position offers a typical salary range of $135,000 - $216,000, commensurate with experience and education, along with potential bonuses and overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years experience without a degree or 4 years with a PhD.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with adjudicated polygraph.
• Trained and certified for ETO operations.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations within a compartmented mission environment.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure mission continuity.
• Communicate effectively with team leads and senior personnel.

Skills

Operational skills

Attention to detail

Situation awareness

Written and verbal communication

Education

PhD

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

No degree

Job description

ETO Specialist – Intermediate

Job Locations: US-VA-Fort Belvoir

Requisition ID: 2026-167444

Responsibilities

• Shape the Future of National Security Operations - Join a mission-critical team operating at the intersection of advanced technology and national security. As an ETO Specialist, you will support highly specialized operations within a fast-paced, compartmented environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to some of the nation's most sensitive and consequential missions work that directly supports U.S. government and DoD objectives at the highest levels.
• Support day-to-day operations within a specialized, compartmented mission environment.
• Apply trained and certified operational skills to execute assigned mission tasks with precision and professionalism.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including operators, analysts, and government leadership to ensure mission continuity and effectiveness.
• Maintain strict adherence to security protocols, handling procedures, and operational guidelines.
• Support process improvement efforts to enhance operational efficiency and mission responsiveness.
• Communicate effectively with team leads and senior personnel to elevate issues and relay mission-relevant information in a timely manner.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years w/o a degree or 10 years with AS/AA or 8 years with BS/BA or 6 years with MS/MA or 4 years with PhD.
• Trained, certified, and cleared for ETO operations.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with adjudicated polygraph.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a specialized operational environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting national security, intelligence community, or DoD missions in a compartmented setting.
• Strong attention to detail, situational awareness, and ability to operate under pressure.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated reliability, discretion, and professionalism in sensitive operational environments.

Why This Role Matters

The work performed by our ETO Specialist directly supports the security and effectiveness of critical national missions. While the specifics of this role are sensitive in nature, the impact is real and significant. You will be part of a dedicated team of professionals whose contributions help protect U.S. interests at home and abroad.

Work Location

Fort Belvoir

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.

EEO Statement

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