ResponsibilitiesIntelligence is only as effective as its ability to communicate — and at USCYBERCOM, that means transforming complex, multi-source analysis into compelling visual products that inform decisions at the highest levels. Peraton is seeking a Graphics Developer/Designer to support USCYBERCOM J2 intelligence production at Fort Meade, MD, providing expert graphic design and layout solutions that bring analytic content to life across interactive, multimedia, and finished intelligence products.
In this role, you'll work hand-in-hand with analysts and subject matter experts to understand their requirements and translate complex intelligence into clear, visually compelling products — from diagrams and infographics to multimedia presentations and high-visibility finished intelligence. You'll manage the full production lifecycle, from concept through publication, ensuring every product meets IC style standards and is optimized for its intended audience.
This is a senior-level role for a creative professional who combines deep expertise in professional design tools with a working knowledge of the intelligence production environment — and who understands that in this mission space, how information looks is as important as what it says.
What You'll Do
- Provide graphic design and layout solutions for intelligence products, including developing illustrations, editing existing images, managing fonts, and applying advanced pre-publication techniques
- Integrate graphics with text, audio, and video to support interactive and multimedia high-visibility finished intelligence products
- Develop graphics and diagrams associated with USCYBERCOM J2 intelligence production
- Work collaboratively with analysts to understand requirements and enhance analytic thoughts through graphic and layout solutions
- Research and collect information from internal and external stakeholder subject matter experts
- Analyze, interpret, and cross-check information for accuracy; organize information and determine optimum presentation methods
- Ensure current style guides and applicable publications policies are followed
- Supervise the production process for completed materials across digital and print media
- Document Operating Instructions (OIs) for Command-wide programs and initiatives as assigned
Qualifications
What You Bring
Required:
- Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) clearance with Polygraph
- Minimum of 16 years w/oa degree or 14 years with AS/AA or 12 years with BS/BA or 10 years with MS/MA or 7 years with Phd
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects)
- Experience with Apple Final Cut Pro X for video production and editing
- Proficiency with Apple Mac hardware platforms
- Working knowledge of graphic design principles, layout design, and IC/DoD classification guidelines
- Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality visual products for intelligence and defense audiences
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively with analysts and subject matter experts
Preferred:
- Background in intelligence product design, infographic development, or multimedia production
- Experience producing graphics for classified intelligence products in accordance with IC style guides
- Familiarity with IC publication standards and finished intelligence product formats
- 12+ years of relevant experience, including work within the last 2 years
- Master's degree in a related field — or a Bachelor's degree plus 5 additional years of senior-level experience (17 years total)
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Target Salary Range$112,000 - $179,000. 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.
