Cybersecurity Engineer - SME

JoinPeraton'smission-critical team supporting secure, real-time data delivery across complex operational environments in direct support of our nation's warfighters. If you are driven by national security and energized bycutting-edgeC2ISR capabilities, sensor integration, and resilient data transport solutions, we invite you to join our team.We areseekinghighly cleared professionals who excel at the intersection of advanced communications infrastructure, distributed systems, and mission assurance—where reliability, security, and performance are paramount.Specifically, we are looking for a TS/SCI clearedCybersecurityEngineer - SME to support this mission at PopeArmy Airfield, NC.Responsibilities:As aCybersecurityEngineer- SME, you will provide technical and management leadership for all equipment and information support functions across the ask Order. Your responsibilities include:Providingdedicated,on-sitesupportforCybersecurityengineering.Conductingnetworkaudits,assessresults,andproviderecommendedcorrectiveactions.Continuouslymonitoringoperationsfortrendsandanomaliesandperformanceindicators.Examinenetworktopologiestounderstandandsecuredataflowsacrossmultipleplatforms and environments.Identifyindustry-best-fitapplicationsandnetworkdevicesupporttoeffectivelysecure transport acrossthe network(s)Performingriskandvulnerabilityassessmentsforengineerednetworksandsystems.Ensuring engineering tasks and cybersecurity solutionscomply withaccreditation, certification, and connection standards.ConductsRiskDecisionAuthorityCriteria(RDAC)analysistodeterminetherequiredsecurity controls, test plans, and security assessments to mitigate risk IAW NCDSMO approval criteria.EngineeringandanalyzingsolutionsforvulnerabilityandriskassessmenttoensuresolutionsarefollowingnationalandDoDsecuritystandardsandmeasures.Coordinatingwithsubordinate,adjacent,supporting,andseniororganizations,andagenciesto support the resolution of security issues, accreditation and connection approvals, and engineering requests.ProvidingAssessmentandAuthorization(A&A)support;engineersolutionstoensuretheyinclude sound network security and design; and provide project management supportservices.Reviewing,analyzing,and documenting thesecurityrequirementsofapplications,systems,andnetworksacrosstheirlifecycles.ReviewingSecurityTest andEvaluationplans;developingorrefiningthemasnecessary.Advisingonnetworkandsystemrisks, riskmitigation,COAs,andoperationalrecommendations.Recommending technology upgrades and modifications based on evolving technologies, bestpractices, and strategic initiatives.EvaluatingCNDtools,conductfunctionalityanalyses,andassistinthecreationofCONOPsand policies for theappropriate useof defensive tools.Evaluating, assessing, and ensuring the compliance of ports and protocolsutilizedby ITinfrastructures, systems, platforms, products, applications, and network security devices (e.g.routerACL’s,firewallconfiguration,portsandprotocolnodes,networkcabling,etc.).ResearchingandrecommendingsystemsecurityguidancebaseduponDoD,DIA,USCYBERCOM,JointForceHeadquarters-DepartmentofDefenseInformationNetworks(JFHQ-DODIN), and other-directed guidance.Required qualifications:Previousexperience as aCybersecurityEngineer or similar rolesupporting a DoD customer at the CCMDlevelMinimum of 12years’ experiencewith BS/BA OR 16 years without a degree OR 14 years with AS/AAor10years’ experiencewith MS/MA, or7 years’ experiencewithaPh.D.A current, active DoD security clearanceat the TS/SCI levelUS citizenship isrequiredDOD 8140 Compliance based on functional role for WRC: 462 Control Systems Security Specialist, Advanced Level / ability to obtainDesiredQualifications:DoD-approved IA baseline certification for ADP-III/IT-III based on the IAT level and CE/Operating System (OS) certificate within six months of the assignment.Work Environment:Location: PopeArmy Airfield, NCOn-site expectations: Full-time on-site presencerequiredfor equipment management and asset trackingTravel: May require occasional travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites forlogisticscoordination and facility assessmentsWhy Join Us? Be part of a mission-critical team supporting this client and its mission partners in deliveringcutting-edgeC2ISR capabilitiesWork in a dynamic and collaborative environment at Pope, supporting critical national security operationsManagecutting-edgecommunications and sensor systems that directlyimpactoperational readinessAccess to professional development opportunities and career growth within the intelligence and cybersecurity communityOpportunity to work with advanced tactical communications technologies and AISR systems#C2ISRPeraton 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 do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.$112,000 - $179,000. 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: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Created: 2026-01-26