Job Description

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking to hire a Cloud/DevOps Systems Engineer to become part of Peraton’s Department of State (DoS) Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program providing leading cyber and technology security experience to enable innovative, effective and secure business processes.  Peraton’s DSCM program encompasses technical, engineering, data analytics, cyber security, management, operational, logistical, and administrative support to aid and advise DoS Cyber & Technology Security (CTS) Directorate. This includes protecting a global cyber infrastructure comprising networks, systems, information, and mobile devices all while identifying and responding to cyber risks and threats. 

Location: Rosslyn, VA or Beltsville, MD. Hybrid role, must be local to be able to be on site as needed.

In this role, you will:

• Play a vital role in integrating Cribl into our infrastructure while leveraging Azure cloud services and ServiceNow to bolster our cybersecurity efforts.

• Perform Azure Cloud Administration:

• Manage and optimize Azure resources: storage, networking, compute, and Identity Access Management (IAM).
  Architect, deploy, and optimize Azure cloud solutions, implementing security best practices and compliance protocols.

• Need to have Terraform Proficiency:

• Modify and work with Terraform modules for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) deployments.

• Perform Application Migration:

• Lead migration projects of on-premises applications and servers to Azure, including configuration, testing, and troubleshooting.

• Need to have and apply Systems Administration Experience:

• Solid background in IT systems administration or systems engineering with exposure to Cisco, VMware, clusters, and server management.

• Utilize Version Control and Automation:

• Utilize GIT for version control; implement automation using Ansible and Azure DevOps.
• Basic scripting knowledge in PowerShell and Bash for process automation.

• Overall:

• Have proven experience in cybersecurity operations, specifically with Cribl, Azure, and ServiceNow.
• Have strong understanding of cloud security principles and incident management workflows.
• Have familiarity with threat intelligence frameworks and data analytics methodologies.
• Have demonstrated excellent communication and documentation skills.

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Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 9 years’ of relevant experience. An additional 4 years of experience can be substituted in lieu of the degree requirement. 
• Ability to obtain/maintain prior to start date ONE of the following certifications: 

  • CASP+ CE, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, CCNP Security, CEH, CFR, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), Cloud+, CySA+, GCED, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, SCYBER, VCA DCV, PPDA, Agile IC, SNOW App Dev.

• Have Crible, Azure Cloud, ServiceNow and Terraform experience. 
• Have systems administration or systems engineering experience with exposure to Cisco, VMware, clusters, and server management.
• Experience with Version Control and Automation.  
• U.S. citizenship and an active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a final Top Secret clearance.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with Docker and container orchestration.
• Understanding of Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) practices.

Peraton Overview

Peraton 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.

Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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