Senior Systems Engineer — TS/SCI, AI/ML & AWS Cloud

Peraton; Chantilly, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 146,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton in Chantilly, VA is seeking a highly skilled technologist to design and manage data modeling, ETL processes, and secure cloud architectures. You will translate complex technical concepts for stakeholders and ensure A&A/ATO compliance while supporting systems engineering documentation.

The role requires TS/SCI with Polygraph, extensive experience with AWS, and deep understanding of AI/ML data flows and visualization. You will collaborate across teams to drive secure, scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance is required.
• Statutory minimums: BS/BA +12 yrs, MS/MA +10 yrs, or PhD +7 yrs; more work history may substitute.
• Problem-solving capabilities and analytical thinking are essential.
• Experience with AWS Services (architecture, security, scalability).
• Understanding of ETL pipelines for AI/ML data flows and business value.

Responsibilities

• Understands and utilizes data modeling and ETL processes
• Utilizes Agile development methodologies
• Familiarity with cloud computing principles
• Clearly communicates technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, both in person and in writing
• Manages A&A/ATO compliance and forms, scans/updates, routine information systems security tasks, and systems engineering documentation

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

BS/BA + 12 years experience

MS/MA + 10 years experience

Ph.D. + 7 years experience

Experience in lieu of degree + 4 years

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Neo4j

Cypher

Java

Python

JavaScript

AWS

Job description

Peraton in Chantilly, VA is seeking a highly skilled technologist to design and manage data modeling, ETL processes, and secure cloud architectures. You will translate complex technical concepts for stakeholders and ensure A&A/ATO compliance while supporting systems engineering documentation.

The role requires TS/SCI with Polygraph, extensive experience with AWS, and deep understanding of AI/ML data flows and visualization. You will collaborate across teams to drive secure, scalable solutions.