Remote Information Assurance & Security Engineering Manager

Peraton; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking an Information Assurance/Security Engineer Manager to support the DHS/TSA customer with expertise applying Federal laws, DHS/TSA directives, policies, standards, and best practices for incident response and cybersecurity functions.

The role requires leading security programs, RMF-based assessments, and coordination with multiple divisions and stakeholders to ensure secure data handling, protection, mitigation, and response readiness.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required; must be able to obtain DHS EOD clearance.
• 10 years of experience and 7+ years in Project Management or equivalent.
• Experience managing IT enterprise security / Cybersecurity teams.
• Experience as an Information Assurance Manager.
• Experience in government contact center operations management.
• ITIL 4 Certification by AOR.
• CISSP or CISM security certification from a recognized organization.

Responsibilities

• Organize, direct, and manage task order operation support functions for Information Assurance & Cyber Security Division (IAD).
• Support ICAM Support Services, Incident Response & Cybersecurity Support Services, and Risk Management & Compliance Support Services.
• Serve as an information assurance & cyber security SME to resolve day-to-day issues.
• Coordinate with System Owners, ISSO, TSA offices, and other stakeholders responsible for security functions.
• Monitor and report on the performance of Incident Response & Cybersecurity activities.
• Identify improvements to stay current with insider and external threats.
• Manage infrastructure security risks, vulnerabilities, and policy compliance.
• Perform vulnerability management (scanning, patching) and DHS ISVM compliance.

Skills

Writing & communications

Business acumen

Problem solving

Cybersecurity leadership

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BA/BS Degree

Job description

Peraton is seeking an Information Assurance/Security Engineer Manager to support the DHS/TSA customer with expertise applying Federal laws, DHS/TSA directives, policies, standards, and best practices for incident response and cybersecurity functions.

The role requires leading security programs, RMF-based assessments, and coordination with multiple divisions and stakeholders to ensure secure data handling, protection, mitigation, and response readiness.