Cyber Systems Administrator with Security Clearance
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on904, McDaniel Court, Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20170, United States
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. We operate at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. Our employees serve as valued partners to essential government agencies and support every branch of the U.S. armed forces, solving the most daunting challenges our customers face every day.
About the Role
We are currently seeking a Cyber Systems Administrator to support an Intel Community (IC) customer in the Herndon, Virginia area. This role is execution-focused, emphasizing privileged system administration, security tool operations, log analysis, scripting, and audit evidence production within classified environments.
As a Systems Administrator IV, you will provide mid-level operational support for enterprise information systems. Your day-to-day work involves maintaining system security posture, generating technical artifacts, and implementing approved security controls under the direction of Information System Security Officers (ISSOs), System Engineers, and audit leads. You will partner closely with auditors and operations teams to ensure systems are both secure and operationally effective, translating complex technical system behaviors into clear, defensible explanations for assessors. This position is critical for ongoing Authorization to Operate (ATO) activities and requires hands-on experience in Windows and Linux environments, Splunk query execution, and the development of operational scripts to automate compliance and monitoring activities.
Hiring Process
The application period for this role is estimated to be 30 days from the posting date, though this timeline may be adjusted based on business needs and candidate availability. By applying, you express interest in the role and the company. During the review process, selected candidates may be required to participate in an on-camera interview and a process to verify their identity.
Equal Opportunity
Peraton is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, and other characteristics protected by law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
904, McDaniel Court, Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20170, United States
Herndon, Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePerform system administration activities for Windows and Linux environments including configuration, hardening, patching, and sustainment
- check_circleDevelop and optimize Splunk searches, dashboards, and alerts to support security monitoring and operational troubleshooting
- check_circleWrite and refine SPL queries to extract, correlate, and validate log data across multiple data sources
- check_circleDevelop and maintain scripts using PowerShell, Bash, Python, or SQL to automate data collection and validate configurations
- check_circleAssist with automating evidence generation for recurring FISCAM, RMF, and internal audits
- check_circleProvide technical support to audit leads by producing, validating, and explaining system-level artifacts
- check_circleAssist in responding to audit findings by conducting root cause analysis and implementing technical remediation
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Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in relevant field and 8+ years experience (or Master's with 6+ years, or 4+ years in lieu of degree)
- verifiedTS/SCI clearance with polygraph or ability to obtain
- verifiedActive Security+, CISSP, CISA, or DoD 8570 IAM 2 equivalent certification
- verified1 year experience with IC Community
- verifiedHands-on Splunk experience
- verifiedScripting experience (PowerShell, Bash, Python, SQL)
- verifiedFamiliarity with RMF, ATO, and federal audit support
- verifiedLinux/RedHat 8+, Windows Server 2019+, or Virtualized/Cloud platforms
- verifiedOracle 19C+ or SQL 2019+ database experience
- verifiedDISA STIG and SCAP tool experience
- verified
Nice to Have
Skilled in implementing mitigation strategies and resolving problems, and re-testing/re-evaluating systems. Experience with IT general controls (ITGC), Financial Information System Control Audit Manual (FISCAM), and NIST 800-53v4. Experience with performing Security Control Assessment in compliance with NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-53A, and other NIST 800 guide series. IT audit advisory experience. Experience with effective policy, instruction, and development for Federal or DoD Information Security Programs. Experience with risk analysis and assessment determinations incorporating system/mission owner and unique operational constraints. Possess a working knowledge of administrating servers, system and application security threats and vulnerabilities. Experience extending existing applications in areas such as security, monitoring, task automation, continuous integration, deployment, and performance optimization.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHeavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependentscheck_circle25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO capcheck_circleEligible to participate in an attractive bonus plancheck_circleMedical, dental, vision, life, and health savings account coverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Windows, Linux, Splunk, Powershell, Bash, Python, SQL, Redhat, Aws, Oracle.
Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant area or equivalent experience; Master's degree in a relevant area or equivalent experience.
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In this Cyber Systems Administrator with Security Clearance at Peraton role, you will perform system administration activities for windows and linux environments including configuration, hardening, patching, and sustainment; develop and optimize splunk searches, dashboards, and alerts to support security monitoring and operational troubleshooting; write and refine spl queries to extract, correlate, and validate log data across multiple data sources; and develop and maintain scripts using powershell, bash, python, or sql to automate data collection and validate configurations.
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Peraton is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in relevant field and 8+ years experience (or Master's with 6+ years, or 4+ years in lieu of degree); TS/SCI clearance with polygraph or ability to obtain; Active Security+, CISSP, CISA, or DoD 8570 IAM 2 equivalent certification; 1 year experience with IC Community; Hands-on Splunk experience; and Scripting experience (PowerShell, Bash, Python, SQL).
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Cyber Systems Administrator with Security Clearance at Peraton is based in 904, McDaniel Court, Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20170, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Peraton has listed this Cyber Systems Administrator with Security Clearance role as on-site.
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Cyber Systems Administrator with Security Clearance at Peraton typically requires 8+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Cyber Systems Administrator with Security Clearance at Peraton include Windows; Linux; Splunk; Powershell; Bash; Python; SQL; and Redhat.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in a relevant area or equivalent experience; and Master's degree in a relevant area or equivalent experience.
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