Information Assurance Security, Sr Associate

Peraton Labs is seeking an Information Systems Security Manager with strong technical skills in support of Strategic Innovation Group’s Information Assurance operations. This is a full-time on-site position working at our Bedford, New Hampshire office, with occasional travel to support Maryland or New Jersey sites., Manage classified and unclassified information systems within MS Windows and Linux environments

• Monitor security logs for anomalous events
• Conduct security audits and continuous monitoring activities,
• Harden systems, scan, apply patches, remediate and/or mitigate with POA&M appropriately
• Build, install, maintain, and troubleshoot information systems and network devices
• Conduct data backup
• Provide IA and technical support to Information System Security Manager, Program Managers, and user communities
• Develop, maintain, and update IA documentation, e.g., SP, RAR, IRP, etc.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot systems (hardware and software) in a rapid deployment climate

• 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD
• Preferred degree in a technical discipline such as computer science, cyber security or information technology
• Meet DoD 8570/8140 Level II requirements, e.g., Security+ CE or equivalent certification (with ability to obtain IAT III certification within 12 months of employment)
• Hands-on experience working in a Microsoft Windows and Linux system administration role with specific focus on Ubuntu and RedHat distributions
• In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP and networking concepts, e.g. DHCP, DNS, SSH, TLS, IPSec, etc.
• Knowledge of Authority to Operate) processes, procedures, and industry-standard guidelines, continuous monitoring, POA&Ms, JSIG, NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53 Rev4/ Rev5, and other special publications
• Works well with team members, good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work in team or alone
• Maintain required certifications for this role
• Active TS clearance with ability to obtain SCI

Desired Skills/Qualifications

• Extensive experience as ISSO/ISSM in dynamic and diverse environments
• Extensive experience with vulnerability management tools, e.g., ACAS, Nessus, Xacta, etc.
• Extensive experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network devices, e.g., servers, workstations, switches, routers, etc.

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