Information Security Engineer — Portland, OR at Peraton

Information Security Engineer — Portland, OR at Peraton | Recrutus

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

This position is contingent upon award and seeks innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about protecting our nation's critical infrastructure. You will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on one of the nation's vital organizations, working alongside leaders in cybersecurity engineering, operations, forensics, threat analysis, data science, and systems integration.

In this role, you will join Peraton in supporting a large critical infrastructure operator to defend its corporate and operations networks from nation-state attacks. You will ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of its systems and operations infrastructure while maintaining compliance with federal and industry cybersecurity regulations. Working alongside a state-of-the-art 24-hour Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC), you will lead the assessment, validation, and remediation of security controls across the organization. Your work will ensure that security risks are identified, prioritized, and effectively mitigated in alignment with regulatory requirements, security frameworks, and organizational risk tolerance.

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, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview and a process to verify your identity.

Equal Opportunity

Peraton is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Stadium Freeway, University District, Downtown, Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97201, United States

Portland, Oregon

Key Responsibilities

check_circleLead security control assessments across systems, applications, and infrastructure
check_circleEvaluate the effectiveness of technical, administrative, and operational security controls
check_circleIdentify control gaps, weaknesses, and residual risk within the organization
check_circleDevelop, track, and manage remediation plans in coordination with system owners
check_circleValidate remediation actions and confirm control effectiveness post-fix
check_circleMaintain risk registers, control assessment documentation, and remediation evidence
check_circleSupport internal and external audits, assessments, and regulatory inquiries
check_circleCommunicate risk posture, trends, and remediation status to leadership
check_circleContribute to the development and periodic review of security policies and standards

Requirements

verifiedU.S. Citizenship Required
verifiedAbility to obtain/maintain DOE L Level or DOE Secret clearance
verifiedDegree in computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, IT, risk management or related field
verified8 years experience with BS/BA or 6 years with MS/MA
verifiedExperience in cybersecurity compliance, governance, or risk management
verifiedUnderstanding of FISMA, NIST 800 series, ISO 27001
verifiedExperience with vulnerability assessment, risk assessments, and remediation workflows
verifiedExperience creating and managing POA&Ms
verifiedFamiliarity with patch management and configuration remediation

Nice to Have

Hold technical and/or cybersecurity certification such as CISSP, GIAC GSEC, GIAC GCIH, CISA SSCP, or CompTIA Security+. A master's degree in computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, information technology, or related field.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleMedical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleLife insurancecheck_circleHealth savings accountcheck_circleParental leave401(k) retirement plan

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Fisma, Nist 800 Series, Iso 27001, Vulnerability Assessment, Enterprise Risk Assessments, Poa&ms, Patch Management, Cissp, Giac Gsec, Giac Gcih.

Education: Master's degree in computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, information technology, or related field desired.

Frequently asked questions about Information Security Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton

What does a Information Security Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton do?expand_more

In this Information Security Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton role, you will lead security control assessments across systems, applications, and infrastructure; evaluate the effectiveness of technical, administrative, and operational security controls; identify control gaps, weaknesses, and residual risk within the organization; and develop, track, and manage remediation plans in coordination with system owners.

What are the requirements for this Information Security Engineer with Security Clearance role?expand_more

To qualify for the Information Security Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton position, applicants should have: U.S. Citizenship Required; Ability to obtain/maintain DOE L Level or DOE Secret clearance; Degree in computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, IT, risk management or related field; 8 years experience with BS/BA or 6 years with MS/MA; Experience in cybersecurity compliance, governance, or risk management; and Understanding of FISMA, NIST 800 series, ISO 27001.

Where is the Information Security Engineer with Security Clearance role at Peraton located?expand_more

Information Security Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton is based in Stadium Freeway, University District, Downtown, Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97201, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Peraton has listed this Information Security Engineer with Security Clearance role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Information Security Engineer with Security Clearance role?expand_more

Information Security Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton typically requires 6–8 years of relevant experience at the senior level.

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Key skills for Information Security Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton include Fisma; Nist 800 Series; Iso 27001; Vulnerability Assessment; Enterprise Risk Assessments; Poa&ms; Patch Management; and Cissp.

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Educational requirements for this role: Master's degree in computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, information technology, or related field desired.

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Information Security Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton is part of the it job category on Recrutus.

Information Security Engineer with Security Clearance