Senior Security Lead

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Senior Security Lead in our Linthicum, MD office in support of our Department of Defense (DoD) customer as part of a highly talented, highly motivated, and high-performing team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of cyber investigations, digital forensics, cyber threat analysis, and mission support in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will contribute to protecting national security interests by leveraging technical expertise, analytical skills, and innovative problem-solving to address complex cyber challenges. Individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity, committed to excellence, and eager to make a meaningful impact are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Executes administration and coordination of security programs to ensure compliance with security policies and procedures with minimal supervision.
• Ensures compliance with security standards and provides guidance and support to staff members concerning all security administrative functions such as personnel security, information and system security, COMSEC, physical security and Industrial Security for the processing of DD FM 254s.
• Serve as lead for contractor security team in execution of responsibilities.
• Provides administrative security support associated with the receipt, distribution, inventory, reproduction, and disposition of classified material.
• Experience administering Document Control program.
• Reviews applications for security clearances and clearance renewals.
• Administers and maintains physical security procedures for visitor control, employee identification and safeguard of company facilities, equipment, materials, and employee property.
• Develops and conducts security briefings and security education programs.
• Provides oversight for programs for the protection of classified information as well as proprietary information.
• Assists with preparation, transmittal, and receipt of visitor certifications.
• Process incoming VARs via DISS or other transmissions.
• Experience administering DISS (Defense Information System for Security), (NBIS) National Background Investigation Services, and e-QIP as well as Continuous Enrollment (CE) program.
• Periodically inspects the facility to ensure physical security measures are followed as well as daily EOD checks.
• Contributes to development, review, and disposition of standing operating procedures and continuous improvement initiatives for SCIFs and other TS level requirements.
• Creates and processes new hire badges and accesses.
• Assembles new hire packages and training material for incoming personnel.
• Works with Partner Engagement for visitor registration and check in for high level meetings to include foreign visitors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Federal and/or DoD security policies and procedures.
• Physical security skillset: combo changing experience, experience with alarm panel programming, CCTV knowledge.
• Experience using the following systems: DISS, NBIS, CCTV Software, Access Control Software, Intrusion Detection Systems, FVS (Foreign Visitor System), JWICS/SIPR workstations, Scattered Castles, RAT (Risk Assessment Tool), Microsoft Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.), CDSE Account, and Document Control Software.
• Knowledge or experience with SCIF Accreditation preferred.
• Detail oriented customer service professional.
• Active Top Secret clearance/SCI eligible.
• 12 years of experience, may have supervisory or management experience.
• Ability to work M-F on-site.

Preferred certification: DoD Security Professional Education Development Certification (SPeD) certification.

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

$112,000 - $179,000. 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.