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Peraton · 1 day ago

Security Architecture & Engineering SME

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$176K/yr - $282K/yr

12+ years exp

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence across the globe. The Security Architecture & Engineering SME serves as the senior technical authority for cybersecurity design and integration within the FAA's Broad National Air Traffic Control System modernization effort, providing expert guidance to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards.

Information TechnologyRobotics

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as the principal cybersecurity advisor and technical authority for BNATCS security architecture, design, and policy alignment

Develop enterprise-level security strategies and frameworks consistent with FAA directives, NIST RMF, and FAA Order 1370.121

Review and validate architectural designs, system integrations, and vendor solutions for compliance with FAA, DHS, and federal cybersecurity requirements

Lead enterprise threat modeling, risk assessments, and Security Risk Management (SRM) analyses in accordance with FAA SRMGSA

Provide expert input on Zero Trust architecture adoption, cloud security, network segmentation, and secure OT/IT convergence across FAA facilities

Direct development and review of System Security Plans (SSPs), Continuous Monitoring Strategies, and Authority to Operate (ATO) documentation

Advise on integration of Safety Management System (SMS) and cybersecurity risk frameworks (FAA Order 8000.369C) to ensure operational safety and system resilience

Coordinate with FAA ATO, AJW, AJI, and industry partners to align BNATCS modernization with enterprise security and mission assurance objectives

Provide leadership in cybersecurity governance, incident response planning, and architecture-level mitigation of vulnerabilities in mission systems

Mentor engineering teams and advise task order leadership on emerging technologies, risk posture, and compliance readiness

Qualification

Cybersecurity architectureNIST RMFZero Trust architectureFAA cybersecurity policyEnterprise technology integrationCISSP certificationRisk managementLeadershipMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related technical discipline; Master's or Ph.D. preferred

12+ years of experience in cybersecurity architecture and engineering, with direct experience in FAA, DoD, or national critical infrastructure programs

Demonstrated expertise in FAA cybersecurity policy, AMS processes, and NIST SP 800-series controls

Deep understanding of enterprise and operational technology (OT) systems integration in real-time, safety-critical environments

Experience developing or reviewing enterprise-level architectures under frameworks such as Zero Trust, TIC 3.0, and FedRAMP

Current professional certifications such as CISSP, ISSAP, or CISM required; SABSA, CCSP, or PMP desirable

Proven ability to interface with executive leadership, federal stakeholders, and technical teams to influence secure design and policy decisions

Active or eligible for a Public Trust or higher federal clearance