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- DevOps
- System design
- Master's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays

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Cybersecurity Lead - Architecture & RMF

Peraton -
Kirtland AFB, NM

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Job Details

$135,000 - $216,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Zero Trust security
Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area)
Zero trust architecture design
System design
Security architecture risk management
Systems architecture experience within government
DoD experience
Security compliance frameworks implementation
Infrastructure architecture design
IAM Level III
Design engineering
Regulatory Frameworks (Architecture security)
Regulatory compliance analysis
RMF
Legal compliance
Intelligence community
Data security architecture

Full Job Description

About Peraton

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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

About The Role

The Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) program is an exciting and cutting-edge initiative led by the U.S. Space Force, offering a unique opportunity to work on the forefront of space operations and technology. HADES focuses on the development, integration, and sustainment of prototype and operational satellite ground systems, satellite operations centers (SOCs), and critical support services. This program plays a vital role in supporting the Research and Development Space and Missile Operations (RDSMO) Ground System Enterprise (GSE) and is headquartered at the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex (RSC) at Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

As the Cybersecurity Lead, you’ll drive the technical security vision and execution across program activities, supporting security architecture, engineering, and compliance for mission-critical satellite ground systems. You will lead efforts to design, implement, and maintain secure systems aligned with DoD and Space Force requirements while supporting accreditation and regulatory compliance. This is a high-tempo, mission-critical environment where your work will directly contribute to protecting critical space assets and communications infrastructure.

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to be part of a team that is shaping the future of space operations. If you’re ready to take on challenging, meaningful work in a secure and scalable environment, we want to hear from you. Join us in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space technology and operations!

Responsibilities

Lead the design of security architectures incorporating defense-in-depth and Zero Trust principles.
Direct implementation of security controls across network, endpoint, and data protection domains.
Lead security technology evaluation, integration, and automation initiatives.
Guide secure DevSecOps practices and security testing procedures.
Provide technical leadership for security operations and incident response activities.
Lead the Authority to Operate (ATO) process and implementation of security controls in alignment with NIST and DoD requirements.
Oversee security assessments and manage Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) remediation efforts.
Ensure proper use of enterprise mission assurance tools and maintain knowledge of applicable security frameworks.
Serve as the technical security liaison with Government stakeholders.

***This position is contingent upon award of contract***

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of relevant experience; OR a Master's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience. Additional four (4) years experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
This position requires the candidate possess a minimum of Top-Secret/SCI clearance. The candidate must maintain the clearance.
10+ years of cybersecurity experience with expertise in security architecture and DoD compliance.
Experience designing security solutions for complex DoD or Intelligence Community systems.
Demonstrated knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
Understanding of NIST controls, DISA STIGs, and DoD security directives.
Experience implementing Zero Trust principles.
DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level III certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or equivalent).
Experience supporting secure environments with additional security requirements.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with security technologies and assessment tools.
Experience supporting space-ground system programs within Space Systems Command or similar organizations.
Experience with satellite ground systems, satellite operations centers (SOCs), cybersecurity accreditation, and cloud architectures.
Advanced degree in STEM or management-related field.

Details

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.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity.

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

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