Senior Risk and Vulnerability Analyst

Peraton

$104K — $166K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field; 4 years of additional experience may substitute for the degree.
  • 8 years of experience in security operations or risk analysis (6 years with a Master's, 3 years with a PhD).
  • Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools and cloud compliance platforms.
  • Experience with automation of vulnerability analysis and reporting.
  • Familiarity with DHS 4300A and NIST SP 800-115 compliance requirements.
  • U.S. citizenship required and must hold an active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Support 24x7 SOC operations through continuous vulnerability monitoring.
  • Perform vulnerability assessments using industry-standard scanning tools.
  • Conduct compliance and security scanning for cloud and APIs.
  • Correlate vulnerability data with SOC alerts and threat intelligence.
  • Automate reporting, risk scoring, and remediation workflows.
  • Enforce remediation timelines with SOC, IR, and engineering teams.
  • Provide operational risk summaries and metrics to leadership.

Benefits

  • Flexible work location options (Chandler, AZ or Washington DC).
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced team environment.
  • Engagement in critical national security efforts through SOC support.
  • Possibility for professional development and advancement in cybersecurity roles.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Peraton is currently seeking a SeniorRisk and Vulnerability Analyst.

Location: Chandler, AZ or Washington DC

Role and Responsibilities:

The Senior Risk and Vulnerability Analyst supports a 24x7 Security Operations Center (SOC) by identifying, analyzing, and prioritizing vulnerabilities and security risks across enterprise, cloud, and application environments. This role ensures continuous visibility, compliance, and timely remediation to reduce operational and mission risk.

You will:
  • Support 24x7 SOC operations by performing continuous vulnerability monitoring and risk analysis.
  • Execute vulnerability assessments using industry-standard scanning tools across networks, systems, cloud, and APIs.
  • Conduct cloud compliance, ISVM, and API security scanning, validating findings and false positives.
  • Correlate vulnerability data with SOC alerts, threat intelligence, and active incidents.
  • Automate vulnerability reporting, risk scoring, and remediation tracking workflows.
  • Track and enforce remediation timelines in coordination with SOC, IR, and engineering teams.
  • Ensure compliance with DHS 4300A, NIST SP 800-115, and CISA BOD 23-01 requirements.
  • Provide operational risk summaries, metrics, and reports to SOC leadership and stakeholders.


Qualifications

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field. An additional 4 years will be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in security operations, vulnerability management, or risk analysis. 6 years of experience with a Masters Degree or 3 years with a PhD.
  • Hands-on experience with industry vulnerability scanning tools, cloud compliance platforms, ISVM, and API scanning.
  • Experience supporting automation of vulnerability analysis and reporting.
  • Familiarity with DHS 4300A, NIST SP 800-115, and CISA BOD 23-01 compliance.
  • U.S. citizenship required.
  • Active Secret security clearance required.

Preferred:
  • 3-5 years of experience in security operations, vulnerability management, or risk analysis.


Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. 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.

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Peraton

More Information Technology Jobs

Find similar Senior Risk and Vulnerability Analyst jobs: