Cyber Security Engineer

Peraton is seeking a CyberSecurity Engineer to support the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) SSHINE contract to integrate, test, and support launch operations of experimental payloads. AFRL will provide the satellite bus and payload with all available documentation to date. you will play a key role in the development, integration, and testing of cutting-edge software for space systems. Working alongside other engineers and researchers, you will focus on designing, building, and implementing software solutions for space technology prototypes.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a dynamic and cutting-edge mission in the space and defense sectors, supporting the Customer in its quest to innovate and secure the future of space operations.  As a Cybersecurity Engineer you will play a critical role in ensuring the security and integrity of mission-critical defense systems and technologies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to protect sensitive data and systems, mitigate cybersecurity risks, and enforce compliance with DoD regulations. Your work will directly impact national security and contribute to securing the U.S. operations.

What you will do: 

• Design and Implement Security Measures: Develop and implement cybersecurity architectures and defense strategies for complex hardware/software systems, ensuring compliance with RMF, NIST, and other DoD cybersecurity standards.
• Risk Assessment & Vulnerability Management: Conduct thorough cybersecurity assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and proposing effective mitigation strategies to safeguard systems and data.
• Incident Response: Lead the identification, analysis, and resolution of cybersecurity incidents, while ensuring timely reporting and documentation in compliance with government standards.
• Security Testing & Audits: Perform security testing, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments on software and hardware systems to identify weaknesses before adversaries can exploit them.
• Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with engineering, operations, and other technical teams to integrate security practices into the development and deployment of hardware and software systems.
• Policy Development & Compliance: Assist in developing and enforcing cybersecurity policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all DoD regulations and ensuring the highest level of security is maintained.
• Security Training & Awareness: Provide guidance and training to team members on best cybersecurity practices, helping to foster a culture of security across the organization.
• Continuous Monitoring & Threat Intelligence: Continuously monitor cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and emerging technologies to proactively adapt security measures.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation related to security activities, including risk assessments, incident reports, and compliance audits.
• Collaboration with External Agencies: Liaise with government stakeholders, contractors, and other external organizations to share best practices, obtain necessary approvals, and ensure collaborative success.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
• Local to Albuquerque, New Mexico with the ability to work on-site
• This position requires the candidate possess a minimum of Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI. The candidate must maintain the clearance.
• Cybersecurity Frameworks: Extensive experience with DoD cybersecurity standards, including RMF (Risk Management Framework) and NIST cybersecurity standards.
• Security Architecture: Strong knowledge of designing secure architectures for hardware/software-in-the-loop systems, cloud-based systems, and cross-domain data communications.
• Cybersecurity Risk Management: Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate security vulnerabilities in both software and hardware systems.
• Incident Response & Forensics: Skilled in detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents.
• Cloud Security: Expertise in securing cloud environments, including storage, network security, and compliance management.
• Cryptography: Knowledge in cryptographic protocols and their implementation in data transmission between different classification levels.
• Network Security: Deep understanding of network security principles, including firewalls, VPNs, and network intrusion detection systems.
• Cybersecurity Tools: Familiarity with cybersecurity tools such as Nessus, Wireshark, Metasploit, and SIEM systems (e.g., Splunk).
• Secure Communication Protocols: Experience working with encrypted communication channels, secure data storage solutions, and cross-domain solutions (CDS).
• System Hardening: Ability to apply system hardening techniques to operating systems and applications to secure against unauthorized access or attacks.
• Risk Management Tools: Proficient in using risk management software and tools to maintain continuous compliance with DoD security standards.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and requirements definition for space systems.
• Familiarity with cross-domain data solutions for secure data transfer across different classification levels (e.g., SIPR, JWICS).
• Additional experience in cybersecurity and information assurance practices in compliance with DoD standards.
  
  • Desired Certifications: CISSP, CEH, CISM, CISA, CompTIA Security+, CCSP, CAP, GSEC, CRISC, CSSLP, Cisco CyberOps Associate, or equivalent.
• Space Systems Knowledge: Experience working with space systems, hardware/software-in-the-loop testing, or similar high-security, mission-critical technologies (preferred).
• Government Contracting: Previous experience working in government contracting environments, particularly with DoD or the USSF, is highly desired.
• Incident Management & Reporting: Proven experience in responding to cybersecurity incidents and preparing documentation and reports to demonstrate compliance with DoD security regulations.
• Collaboration & Communication: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams, providing cybersecurity support and guidance.
• Understanding of system-level analysis across various domains, including thermal, mechanical, structural, and electrical integration for space systems.
• Solid communication and collaboration skills
• Mission success mindset

Benefits:

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan