Cybersecurity Specialist

2 weeks ago


Linthicum Heights, Maryland, United States Peraton Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Specialist to join our team at Peraton. As a key member of our cybersecurity team, you will be responsible for conducting Adversary Emulation Tests (AETs) against external and internal networks of our DIB Partners. Your expertise will be utilized to assess the company's cybersecurity posture and network configurations and controls to identify vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities of this role include:
  • Conducting AETs against DIB Partners' networks to identify vulnerabilities and assess cybersecurity posture
  • Utilizing adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to emulate real-world attacks
  • Developing and implementing penetration testing frameworks to ensure effective and efficient testing
  • Collaborating with DIB Partners to identify and address vulnerabilities
  • Providing written reports detailing testing results and recommendations for improvement

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:
  • Associates degree and 10+ years of experience; OR Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience; OR Master's Degree and 6+ years of experience. Or 3 years with PhD.
  • Secret clearance required (TS/SCI preferred)
  • Experience with NIST SP and NIST SP 800-53A
  • Experience in drafting written reports
  • Extensive experience in reviewing and examining data and information that supports cybersecurity assessments
  • Experience in pen testing fundamentals
  • Experience in Kali Linux and its toolsets, including Metasploit
  • Experience in pen testing tools including scanners like Nessus and Nmap

Preferred Qualifications

We prefer candidates with one or more nationally recognized information system auditing certifications, such as OSEP, OSCP, GXPN, GPEN, or LPT. If you are a motivated and experienced cybersecurity professional looking to join a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.

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 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 based on experience and other factors.

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