Vulnerability Researcher, Senior Associate - TS/SCI w/poly 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 is looking for a Vulnerability Researcher to support Rapid Application Development (RAD) for both offensive and defensive cyber security tools, network topologies, and secured networks.

In this role, you'll apply your expertise to challenging, real-world cyber problems, contributing to capabilities that directly support critical national security objectives. The Vulnerability Researcher will leverage red and blue team operational expertise to advance mission objectives through focused development efforts in software engineering and network analysis.

Support activities span both user and kernel levels and include the configuration and management of complex network environments, administration of covert and virtualized systems, performing vulnerability research and analysis, and utilizing open-source penetration testing tools.

Qualifications Required Qualifications

• Education / Experience:
• High School Diploma with a minimum 5 years of related experience
• BS/BA with a minimum of 2 years of related experience
• Ability to identify vulnerabilities in network, host, and web application endpoints using a combination of open-source research and manual analysis techniques
• Experience with rapid development and prototyping of tools for Windows and Linux endpoints
• Ability to create, manage, and deploy virtual environments using platforms such as VMware, Proxmox, QEMU/KVM, or similar technologies
• Experience with software engineering using modern development practices and industry-standard languages (e.g., C, C++, .NET, Python)
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, including network topologies, routing, and internet protocols, as well as experience with VPNs, proxies, and tunneling mechanisms
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required, with the ability to obtain a polygraphStrongly Desired Qualifications:
• Experience with techniques for establishing and maintaining persistence on endpoints, leveraging utilities associated with identified vulnerabilities
• Familiarity with cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and quickly adapt to new technical challengesThis critical National Security role is eligible for Peraton's premier benefits package, designed to recognize and support the professionals safeguarding our nation. A few highlights:
• 280 hours of annual leave (5 weeks of PTO & 2 weeks of holiday)
• Health Benefits (medical, dental & vision) - very low to no cost employee contributions
• Annual Critical Skills Bonus

Details 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.

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.

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