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Department of Energy, Cybersecurity Intelligence and Security Support Services (CIS3) Infrastructure Engineering
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What they do
A Cyber Security Engineer designs systems that protect the security of large databases, including databases with customer information and patient files. Examines client computer systems, identifies weak points in security, develops and implements new systems, monitors and responds to security issues.
$113,393 / year median in Virginia
-3% projected decline
Job Description
Department of Energy, Cybersecurity Intelligence and Security Support Services (CIS3) Infrastructure Engineering Peraton United States, Virginia, Manassas Sep 09, 2026 Department of Energy, Cybersecurity Intelligence and Security Support Services (CIS3) Infrastructure Engineering
Job Locations US-VA-Manassas Requisition
ID 2026-170375
Position Category Information Technology Clearance Top Secret Responsibilities Peraton is seeking experienced Infrastructure Engineers to support anticipated opportunities on the Department of Energy, Cybersecurity Intelligence and Security Support Services (CIS3) program. We are building a pipeline of highly qualified technical professionals with experience supporting complex, secure, enterprise IT environments. Candidates may be considered for current and future openings based on customer authorization, program requirements, technical qualifications, and clearance eligibility. These opportunities are expected to support the ramp up, build out, and ongoing operations of a new data center environment, including enterprise infrastructure, network, systems, security, storage, and other related technologies. Positions are anticipated to be based primarily in Northern Virginia, including Manassas, VA. Day to
Day Roles and Responsibilities:
Depending on the assigned functional area, responsibilities may include designing, implementing, administering, maintaining, troubleshooting, securing, and optimizing enterprise infrastructure technologies. Engineers may support highly available and mission critical environments while working closely with other infrastructure, cybersecurity, operations, and engineering teams. We are seeking candidates with experience in one or more of the following functional areas: Storage and Backup Engineering with experience supporting technologies such as Nutanix and Cohesity
Senior Network Engineering with experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure, routing, switching, network troubleshooting, and related technologies
Linux Engineering with experience administering, maintaining, securing, and troubleshooting Linux based systems
Windows, Active Directory, and Virtualization Engineering with experience supporting Windows Server environments, Active Directory, virtualization platforms, and enterprise infrastructure services
F5 Load Balancer Engineering with experience configuring, administering, troubleshooting, and maintaining F5 technologies
Exchange Engineering with experience supporting Microsoft Exchange and enterprise messaging environments
SolarWinds Engineering with experience administering, configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting SolarWinds platforms and related infrastructure monitoring tools
Palo Alto Firewall Engineering with experience supporting Palo Alto Networks firewall technologies, security policies, network security, and troubleshooting
Splunk Engineering with experience supporting Splunk platforms, including data ingestion, searches, dashboards, monitoring, troubleshooting, and platform administration
ACAS Engineering with experience supporting Assured Compliance Assessment Solution technologies, vulnerability scanning, configuration, reporting, and remediation efforts
Trellix Engineering with experience supporting Trellix security technologies, endpoint security, threat detection, security administration, and related cybersecurity capabilities
Qualifications Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors degree and 8 years of experience or a Masters degree and 6 years of experience or High School diploma and 12 years of experience.
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Active DOE Q or DOD Top Secret. Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a
DOE Q/SCI
clearance.
Demonstrated experience supporting one or more of the functional areas listed above
Experience supporting complex enterprise, government, or similarly large scale IT environments
Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and work effectively with cross functional technical teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work onsite as required by the customer and program
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active DOE Q/SCI or TS/SCI clearance preferred
- Experience supporting Department of Energy environments
- Experience supporting highly secure, mission critical, or classified enterprise infrastructure environments
- Experience working in large scale data center, cloud, hybrid cloud, or enterprise IT environments
- Relevant technical certifications associated with the candidate's functional area
- Experience with automation, scripting, infrastructure monitoring, cybersecurity tools, or enterprise operations
Experience working in environments with strict security, compliance, availability, and operational requirements 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 $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.
EEO EEO:
Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance