Senior Counsel – Government Contracts & Compliance

Peraton; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton seeks an experienced Senior Counsel to support its Reston, VA headquarters, reporting to the Chief Legal Officer. You will partner with corporate leadership and business sector teams to provide strategic legal guidance across government contracting, regulatory compliance, labor and employment, IP, internal investigations, and litigation.

The role requires a JD, active bar membership, and 16+ years of experience with 10+ post‑JD, plus TS/SCI eligibility.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
• Minimum of 16 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 10 years post‑J.D.
• Possession of or eligibility to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
• Significant in‑house, private practice, or government legal experience in federal contracting preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary legal counsel for assigned Peraton business sectors.
• Provide front-line legal advice and support on contracting, employment, intellectual property, compliance, and litigation.
• Collaborate with Legal Department colleagues and outside counsel to ensure comprehensive, high‑quality legal support to the business.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Presentation skills

Independent work

Willingness to learn

Education

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

Active state bar membership in good standing

Job description

Peraton seeks an experienced Senior Counsel to support its Reston, VA headquarters, reporting to the Chief Legal Officer. You will partner with corporate leadership and business sector teams to provide strategic legal guidance across government contracting, regulatory compliance, labor and employment, IP, internal investigations, and litigation.

The role requires a JD, active bar membership, and 16+ years of experience with 10+ post‑JD, plus TS/SCI eligibility.