Cyberspace/Network Architect SME with Security Clearance

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. 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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. About The Role Peraton seeks a Cyberspace/Network Architect SME to support the PACOM J6 with Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Cyber (C4/Cyber) technical authority during travel team deployments.

Location: Fort Meade (Annapolis Junction), MD.

Responsibilities

• Provide deep technical expertise on C4 systems operating in the USINDOPACOM AOR
• Advise on SATCOM, terrestrial, undersea cable, and tactical network dependencies
• Support characterization of mission partner network environments
• Identify technical gaps and resilience vulnerabilities in theater C4 infrastructure
• Serve as HQ technical authority for C4 systems during travel team deployment periods
• Contribute to decision-support products for commander-level consumption
• Provide remote technical support to deployed travel teams as required

Qualifications Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 16 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 14 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 10 years with Ph. D. Will consider HS+20 or Associates +18
• Hands-on experience with theater C4 systems (SATCOM terminals, tactical radios, network infrastructure)
• Knowledge of USINDOPACOM communications architecture and mission partner connectivity
• Familiarity with JADC2 concepts and multi-domain operations
• U.S Citizenship required
• Active TS with ability to obtain/maintain SCIPreferred Qualifications:
• Prior military or DoD contractor experience in the Indo-Pacific theater

Details Target Salary Range: $176,000 - $282,000. 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.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate's own.

EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.