Cyber Systems Administration, Lead Associate

Cyber Systems Administration, Lead Associate Peraton United States, Maryland, Germantown May 06, 2026 Cyber Systems Administration, Lead Associate Job Locations US-MD-Germantown Requisition

ID 2026-165996

Position Category Cyber Security Clearance CBOSS Agency Clearance Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and manage firewall infrastructure. Develop and enforce firewall policies and rules. Perform regular security audits and assessments. Troubleshoot and resolve firewall and network security issues. Stay up to date with the latest cybersecurity trends and firewall technologies. Create and maintain documentation for firewall configurations and procedures. Administer and maintain enterprise network perimeter defense systems including next-generation firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) Manage and tune firewall Access Control Lists (ACLs) and security policies. Manages the Information Technology (IT) infrastructure within an organization, including the physical network (e.g., LANs/WANs, servers, terminals) as well as server applications and software (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle). Configures, installs, maintains, and upgrades server applications and hardware. Evaluates, tests, recommends, coordinates, monitors, and maintains information systems (IS) and cyber security policies, procedures, and systems, including access management for hardware, firmware, and software. Ensures that IS and cyber security plans, controls, processes, standards, policies, and procedures are aligned with IS standards and overall IS and cyber security. Identifies security risks and exposures, determines the causes of security violations, and suggests procedures to halt future incidents and improve security. Develops techniques and procedures for conducting IS and cyber security risk assessments and compliance audits, the evaluation and testing of hardware, firmware, and software for possible impact on system security, and the investigation and resolution of security incidents such as intrusion, frauds, attacks, or leaks. Employees have knowledge of cyber security principles, operations security, cyber threats and vulnerabilities, and knowledge of national regulations, policies, and ethics as they relate to cyber security. Develop, review, and applyspecific cyber operations guidance for integration into broader planning activities. Collaborate with DOE leadership toleverageanalytical and technicalexpertiseto ensure mission goals are met. Assistin developingnew approachesto improve organizational framework through the coordination and integration of staff processes. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 3 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 9 years with High School Diploma.

Technical Expertise:

Understanding of firewalls, routing, switching and other telecommunications systems Demonstrated experience managing tasks and interfacing regularly with senior government officials. Experience in information operations planning, mission analysis, course of action development and concept of operation production. Experience with effective policy, instruction, and development for Federal or DoD Information Security Programs Experience with risk analysis and assessment determinations incorporating system/mission owner, and unique operational constraints Possess a working knowledge of administrating servers, system and application security threats and vulnerabilities Experience extending existing applications in areas such as security, monitoring, task automation, continuous integration, deployment, and performance optimization

Other Skills:

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Must be able to obtain andmaintaina Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance. 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 $86,000 - $138,000. 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.