Manager, Cyber Systems Administrator

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.

Responsibilities

Manages team that provides technical assistance to computer system and network users. May also have oversight for a data center. Provides 24/5 technical support for computers and associated networks. Implements policies and procedures regarding how problems are identified, received, documented, distributed, and corrected. Ensures maximum issue resolution in minimum time to meet Service Level Agreements. Evaluates new information systems products or services and suggests changes to existing products or services to better aide the end user. Coordinates the preparation of bid specifications for required purchases (e.g., computers, software, (email, firewall, backup) and a variety of parts, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining availability of required items. Directs, establishes, plans, and implements the policies and procedures to support the organization's technical support services. Manages the deployment, maintenance, support and upgrade of servers, desktop PCs, hardware, software, operating systems, and distributed printers. Monitors technology trends such as emerging standards for new technology opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance .
• Ten (10) years of experience 
• Experience administering systems in a VMware infrastructure, including Network Attached Storage (NAS) clusters, *NIX operating systems (Solaris, Linux), Windows Servers, and MacOS clients.
• Certification: DoD 8570.01-Manual, IAT Level II Baseline Certification (Security+ Continuing Education (CE), GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC), System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), OR GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)).
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience writing scripts (Bash, Powershell, Python) to automate routine tasks.
• Vulnerability assessment experience using Nessus Vulnerability Scanner.
• Previous experience utilizing Secure Configuration Guidance such as DISA STIG’s.
• Experience supporting developer operations using Agile or SCRUM framework, particularly using the Atlassian development suite. (JIRA, Bitbucket, Confluence).
• Recent military experience or familiarity with DOD.

Target Salary Range

$135,000 - $216,000. 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.

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements

The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.