Information Assurance SME

Responsibilities Exciting opening for an Information Assurance SME to support a large customer organization in the fast-growing National Security Group. This position is located in Bethesda, MD.Primary responsibilities and tasks may include some or all of the following:Respond to congressional inquiries on Cybersecurity issues; turning cybersecurity needs and capabilities into requirements and detailed technical solutions; developing and maintaining a list of Cybersecurity Architecture needs, dependencies, risks, and mitigation plans; analyzing cybersecurity best practices to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.Be able to contribute meaningful input to Cybersecurity policies and influence the trajectory of ICAM, Zero Trust and other Cyber security areas in the IC. You will also be developing and publishing baseline security requirements for common enterprise services to ensure capabilities are in compliance with cybersecurity directives and policies.• Providing guidance and recommendations for Security related issues• Firm understanding of the Cybersecurity requirements across the IC• Understanding of National Security Systems initiatives• Familiarity with the IC policy update process• Familiarity with DNI structure and processes• Ability to work independently or as part of a team• Ability to sit in technical exchange meetings and provide input to customers Qualifications Basic Qualifications:• TS/SCI with Polygraph• Requires a BS/BA degree and 12 – 15 years of prior relevant experience in order to operate within the scope contemplated by the level.• Experience in cybersecurity responsibility areas listed above.• Secure cloud architecture expertise• Excellent written and oral communication skills.• Detail-oriented, ability to consistently provide high-quality products that are concise, thorough, and accurate.• Ability to adapt in response to shifts in customer priorities.• Familiarity with Identity, Authentication and Authorization.• Experience partnering across the ICPeraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan. Peraton Overview 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. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure. Target Salary Range $135,000 - $216,000. 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. EEO EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law. Job SummaryRequisition ID: 2026-170102Position Category: Cyber SecurityClearance: Top Secret/SCI w/Poly