Watch Analyst / active Top Secret with Security Clearance
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on429, O Street Northwest, Logan Circle/Shaw, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20001, 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. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face, serving as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supporting every branch of the U.S. armed forces.
About the Role
Peraton is currently seeking a Watch Analyst for its Federal Strategic Cyber group. This position is embedded within the Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) 24/7 SCIF/Operations Center, the hub for staying on top of threats and emerging risks to our nation's critical infrastructure. Through this operation center, the federal government coordinates situational awareness and response to protect national cyber and infrastructure security.
In this role, you will work within a small team to monitor classified databases, ticket management systems, alerting services, news sources, and social media for threats to the nation's critical infrastructure and global operations. You will provide the initial triage and analysis of cyber, physical, and communication incidents to determine severity and reporting requirements. Your work will directly support government leadership, law enforcement, and federal partners by delivering accurate, timely, and actionable reports. You will operate in a time-sensitive environment under the direction of a federal CISA Duty Officer, coordinating incidents affecting critical infrastructure from detection through completion.
Hiring Process
The application period is estimated to be 30 days from the posting date, though this timeline may vary 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, or other characteristics protected by law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
429, O Street Northwest, Logan Circle/Shaw, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20001, United States
Washington, District of Columbia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleMonitor classified databases, alerting services, and open sources for threats to critical infrastructure
- check_circlePerform initial triage and analysis of cyber, physical, and communication incidents
- check_circleCoordinate incident resolution and completion with federal partners and law enforcement
- check_circleMaintain strict adherence to security protocols and confidentiality requirements
- check_circleTroubleshoot IT hardware and software issues and coordinate resolutions with help desk
- check_circlePrepare accurate, timely, and actionable reports for government leadership and stakeholders
- check_circleSynthesize data and write detailed reports for non-technical audiences
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree and 3 years experience, or HS and 4 years experience
- verifiedDemonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
- verifiedExperience with open-source analysis and alerting systems
- verifiedKnowledge of Microsoft Office automation solutions
- verifiedExperience/expertise in critical infrastructure sectors, cyber, and/or emergency management
- verifiedKnowledge of National Incident Management System (NIMS)
- verifiedCompletion of FEMA IS-100.c, IS-453, IS-520, IS-545.a, IS-551, IS-700.b, IS-800.d, IS-860.c, and IS-1300
- verifiedU.S. citizenship
- verifiedActive Top Secret security clearance
- verifiedAbility to obtain and maintain a favorably adjudicated DHS background investigation
Nice to Have
Specialized operations center experience. Experience in drafting and publishing national level reporting. Experience with email triage and requests for information (RFIs). Experience as an All-Source Intelligence Analyst in Joint Operations Center and/or Fusion Center. Experience with cyber incident management and analysis. Obtained Cyber certifications (i.e., CompTIA Security+). Experience with Knowledge Management Systems and ServiceNOW. Ability to read technical cyber reporting, including IOCs and TTPs, and extract important information to provide clear and concise reporting for a non-technical audience.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleLife insurancecheck_circleHealth savings accountcheck_circleParental leave401(k) retirement plan
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Office, National Incident Management System, Fema Is-100.C, Fema Is-453, Fema Is-520, Fema Is-545.a, Fema Is-551, Fema Is-700.B, Fema Is-800.D, Fema Is-860.C.
Education: Bachelor's degree with 3 years experience, or HS Diploma with 4 years experience.
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In this Watch Analyst / active Top Secret with Security Clearance at Peraton role, you will monitor classified databases, alerting services, and open sources for threats to critical infrastructure; perform initial triage and analysis of cyber, physical, and communication incidents; coordinate incident resolution and completion with federal partners and law enforcement; and maintain strict adherence to security protocols and confidentiality requirements.
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Peraton is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree and 3 years experience, or HS and 4 years experience; Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills; Experience with open-source analysis and alerting systems; Knowledge of Microsoft Office automation solutions; Experience/expertise in critical infrastructure sectors, cyber, and/or emergency management; and Knowledge of National Incident Management System (NIMS).
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Watch Analyst / active Top Secret with Security Clearance at Peraton is based in 429, O Street Northwest, Logan Circle/Shaw, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20001, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Peraton has listed this Watch Analyst / active Top Secret with Security Clearance role as on-site.
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Key skills for Watch Analyst / active Top Secret with Security Clearance at Peraton include Microsoft Office; National Incident Management System; Fema Is-100.C; Fema Is-453; Fema Is-520; Fema Is-545.a; Fema Is-551; and Fema Is-700.B.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree with 3 years experience, or HS Diploma with 4 years experience.
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