Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Peraton United States, Virginia, Herndon May 01, 2026 Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Job Locations US Requisition

ID 2026-166116

Position Category Environmental Health and Safety Clearance No Clearance Required Responsibilities Peraton is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist to assist in implementing Environmental, Health, and Safety programs across the company. Responsibilities include but not limited to: Provide EHS guidance to programs across the company and/or a client site. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and industry standards, including

OSHA, EPA, MDE, NFPA, ANSI.

Coordinate with Corporate EHS lead and Site Point of Contacts (POC) to develop site-specific EHS plans, permits, and other documents related to safety. Assist in maintaining emergency preparedness plans and coordinate emergency drills and exercises. Support and conduct EHS audits, site inspections and injury investigations as needed. Assist in developing and providing site-specific EHS training, educational, and awareness training. Evaluate work processes for hazards and risk factors. Propose mitigation strategies. Report to Corporate EHS Lead on weekly activities including, task order EHS support status, safety mishaps, EHS metrics, reports and plans delivered to the customer. Prepare incident reports and perform root cause corrective action analysis of mishaps. Develop and revise EHS related programs and policies, as necessary. Collect, verify, and provide analysis of Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data from internal stakeholders and third-party vendors in relation to our climate strategy for GHG emissions, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and carbon footprint reporting and tracking. Support and maintain the GHG emissions model. Identify GHG reduction opportunities and support the development of emissions reduction targets Assist with Crisis Management strategies. Performs other related EHS duties as assigned. Champion a proactive safety culture through engagement initiatives, safety committees, reporting and behavioral based safety (BBS) programs

Qualifications Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 2-4 years of experience, Master's Degree and 0-2 years of experience, or HS Diploma and 6 years of experience. 2+ years of professional EHS experience. Experience working in a team environment and building positive relationships. Mature attitude and ability to work effectively independent of supervision. Excellent written, oral, coaching, instructional, presentation, and interpersonal skills within all levels of the organization. Ability to speak to, and deliver messaging to, both small and large groups with varied backgrounds and experience Excellent analytical, organizational, data management and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Proficiency with MS Office (BI Dashboard experience preferred) Experience implementing EHS Management Systems (OHSA 18001, ISO 14001). Knowledge of federal, state, and industry standards. Availability to travel up to 25%. Abilities include lifting up to 25 lbs, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting and working with or in areas where a potential could exist for exposure to physical and chemical agents. The ideal candidate must live within two hours of a Peraton office in either Maryland, Virginia, Florida, or Jersey.

Desired Qualifications:

RCRA, CSP, or CIH Certification. OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Safety and Health Outreach Program 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 $66,000 - $106,000. 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 EEO:

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