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Peraton

Runs and secures technology for federal agencies

Information System Security Manager

Security Governance, Risk & ComplianceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSilver Spring, MD, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A minimum of eight years of experience with a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts, or a minimum of six years with a Master of Science or Master of Arts. An additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • CISSP or equivalent certification (DoDM 8140.03 IAM Level III).
  • Experience with SAP and/or DCSA assessments and authorizations.
  • At least five years of experience with the Authority to Operate process, continuous monitoring, Plan of Actions and Milestones, Security Authorizations, NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53 Revision 4 or Revision 5, and working with Information System Owners and Program Managers.
  • Experience with Security Content Automation Protocol, Security Technical Implementation Guides, and other compliance tools.
  • Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage information assurance efforts and systems across numerous environments in Silver Spring, Maryland.
  • Perform Information System Security Manager roles and responsibilities as prescribed by the DAAG, JSIG, ICD-503, and other applicable regulations.
  • Create, manage, and maintain Risk Management Framework package documentation, submissions, and associated artifacts, including Assessment and Authorization packages, ASA packages, and Security Classification Reviews.
  • Prepare, deliver, and update required documentation using current approved templates, forms, regulations, and methods.
  • Meet continuous monitoring requirements for accredited information systems, including weekly auditing, backups, antivirus updates, operating system patching, vulnerability scanning, and other prescribed tasks.
  • Manage security vulnerabilities, implement timely remediation, monitor security logs for violations and anomalous events, and report information security concerns and problems as necessary.
  • Generate Plan of Actions and Milestones for each non-compliant control, manage applicable plans throughout the information system lifecycle, and ensure documentation is filed and updated as required.
  • Oversee the management and maintenance of Linux and Microsoft classified information systems and assist with technical efforts when needed, including building systems, installing software, and troubleshooting information systems and network devices.
  • Apply security controls based on Department of Defense Security Technical Implementation Guide requirements and other customer requirements.
  • Work with key stakeholders to identify additional applicable controls and maintain a favorable security posture.
  • Assist with incident response, annual self-inspections, and inventory efforts.
  • Track deployment of applicable software and hardware to classified environments.
  • Provide, track, and report security requirements throughout the system lifecycle for information systems within the accreditation boundary.
  • Respond to user and customer requests in a timely and detailed manner.
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of relevant corporate policies, security control plans, system configurations, architecture, installed software, operating system and application accounts, data flows, ports, protocols, and other relevant data for each information system.
  • Maintain required certifications for the role.
  • Ensure Configuration Control Board system reviews are scheduled and issues or updates are communicated to the Information System Owner.
  • Ensure cybersecurity self-inspections are conducted annually.

Desired Qualifications

  • A degree in a technical discipline such as computer science, cybersecurity, or information technology is preferred.
  • Experience with Ongoing Authorizations.
  • Experience with eMASS.
  • Experience with ACAS, Nessus, and/or other vulnerability scanners.
  • At least three years of Linux system administration experience, specifically with Ubuntu and Red Hat distributions.
  • Experience writing new Linux shell scripts and troubleshooting existing code.
  • In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP and networking concepts and a solid understanding of services including DHCP, DNS, SSH, TLS, and IPsec.
  • Experience conducting risk assessments and creating Risk Assessment Reports.
  • Involvement or knowledge assisting with incident response activities and coordination.

About the Company

Peraton

Runs and secures technology for federal agencies

Peraton builds and runs secure technology for American defense, intelligence, space, and civilian agencies, from military networks to satellite ground stations. In 2025, the Federal Aviation Administration chose it to manage the overhaul of the nation's air traffic control system, replacing copper wiring with fiber and upgrading radar and radios. Its engineers, many holding security clearances, run and defend agency networks and data centers, write mission software, and operate space and communications systems, and agencies pay for this work through multiyear contracts. Peraton was formed in 2017, when private-equity firm Veritas Capital bought Harris Corporation's government IT business, and is based in Reston, Virginia.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$60M
Headquarters
Reston, VA
Founded
2017

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