Cybersecurity Analyst – Security Standards & Baselines / Active Secret

Peraton

$86K — $138K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience; HS diploma plus 9 years may be considered
  • Must have or obtain certification (CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, CISSP, Security+ CE, CySA+, PPDA, Agile IC, SNOW App Dev)
  • Extensive expertise in FISMA compliance, NIST SP 800-53 controls, CIS Benchmarks, DISA STIGs
  • Proven experience in developing and executing research plans
  • Familiarity with Windows Server in enterprise settings
  • Experience managing Active Directory in a multi-domain environment

Responsibilities

  • Support the Security Standards & Baselines section in the Technology, Innovation, and Engineering Office
  • Identify and implement solutions to optimize workflows
  • Promote organizational security awareness among management
  • Communicate complex security issues to diverse stakeholders, including leadership
  • Conduct thorough research and analysis of security threats
  • Mentor and provide knowledge sharing for team members
  • Create security documentation aligning with policies and best practices

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment based in Arlington, VA
  • Opportunity to work in a federal strategic cybersecurity group
  • Ongoing certification support
  • Mentorship and career development opportunities
  • Access to cutting-edge cybersecurity practices and tools
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Peraton is currently seeking to hire a Cybersecurity Analyst – Security Standards & Baselines to become part of our Federal Strategic Cyber group. 

 

Location: Hybrid position, based in Arlington, VA.

 

In this role, you will:

  • Support the Security Standards & Baselines (SSB) section within the Technology, Innovation, and Engineering (TIE) Office.
  • Identify and implement solutions to enhance, streamline, and automate workflows.
  • Possess a strong technical background with expertise across multiple cybersecurity domains, including FISMA compliance, NIST SP 800‑53 Revision 5 security controls, enterprise application security configuration, CIS Benchmarks, and DISA STIGs.
  • Promote awareness of security issues among management and ensure that sound security principles are reflected in organizational goals.
  • Communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership.
  • Perform extensive research, analysis, and documentation of security threat vectors.
  • Provide coaching, mentorship, and knowledge sharing to team members.
  • Develop bulletins, alerts, advisories, and security configuration baseline documents aligned with Departmental policy and industry best practices.
  • Ensure rigorous application of information security and information assurance policies and practices.
  • Evaluate existing, emerging, and modified technologies to develop recommended security configuration baselines using trusted sources such as DISA STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, and vendor security guidance.
  • Respond to technical and policy inquiries from a wide range of stakeholders, providing clear guidance and interpretation.
  • Collaborate with internal and external partners to maintain effective communication and alignment on cybersecurity standards.
  • Streamline processes to improve operational efficiency and support mission objectives.
  • Manage information and content within SharePoint repositories.
  • Maintain situational awareness of team activities to provide support and backup coverage as needed.
Qualifications

MinimumRequirements: 

  • Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; HS and an additional 4 years may be considered in lieu of bachelors degree.
  • Must possess, or obtain prior to start date, at least one of the following certifications (continued certification is required as a condition of employment):
    • CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, CISSP, Security+ CE, CySA+, PPDA, Agile IC, SNOW App Dev.
  • Experience and expertise across multiple cybersecurity domains, including FISMA compliance, NIST SP 800‑53 Revision 5 security controls, enterprise application security configuration, CIS Benchmarks, and DISA STIGs.
  • Experience developing and executing research plans.
  • Experience working with Windows Server in an enterprise environment.
  • Experience managing Active Directory in a multi-domain environment.
  • Experience with enterprise application or server virtualization.
  • Demonstrated customer service excellence and strong business acumen.
  • U.S. citizenship required.

  • Active Secret security clearance.

    • The ability to obtain a final Top Secret security clearance.
Desired:
  • Experience with process automation - strongly desired.
  • Demonstrated use of AI tools and automation platforms to enhance workflows, analysis, and documentation efficiency.
  • Strong technical writing skills.
  • Experience engineering or maintaining database infrastructure (SQL, Oracle).
  • Experience with Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS), Azure AD, or cloud identity services.
  • Experience developing or managing virtualized IT systems.
  • Networking technologies expertise.
  • Experience configuring or administering enterprise mobile device deployments.
  • Experience working with Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems in an enterprise environment.
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 individuals 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.

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