Linux & Cyber Tools Administrator 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.

Program Overview Encompasses technical, engineering, data analytics, cyber security, management, operational, logistical, and administrative support for Bureau of Diplomatic Security, Cyber and Technology Security Directorate in three key offices/functional areas: Cyber Monitoring and Operations, Cyber Threat and Investigations, and Technology Innovation and Engineering State.

About The Role Peraton is seeking a qualified candidate who will become part of Peraton's Department of State (DoS) Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program providing leading cyber and technology security experience to enable innovative, effective, and secure business processes. Peraton's DSCM program encompasses technical, engineering, data analytics, cyber security, management, operational, logistical, and administrative support to aid and advise DoS Cyber & Technology Security (CTS) Directorate.

This includes protecting a global cyber infrastructure comprising networks, systems, information, and mobile devices all while identifying and responding to cyber risks and threats. Those supporting Peraton's DSCM program strive to leverage their expert knowledge and propose creative solutions to real-world cybersecurity challenges.

Location: Beltsville, MD. What you'll do

• Provide Linux and cyber tools administration and Tier 2 support across a range of systems spread globally.
• Maintain Ansible playbooks for rapid deployment of updated containers.
• Maintain and leverage Satellite server for distributed RHEL patching.
• Develop and maintain process documentation regarding Linux administration and patching.
• Assist in updating of IDS definitions.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience; 3 years with Masters. An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of the bachelor's degree requirement.
• Must either possess and maintain, or obtain prior to start date, one of the following professional certifications:
• CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, CISSP, Security+ CE, CySA+, PPDA, Agile IC, SNOW App Dev.
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 7, 8, and 9 - hands-on administration, patching, and deployment from scratch; working experience with RHEL 9 environments specifically required
• Ansible - ability to both run and write/modify playbooks for automated deployment and configuration
• Red Hat Satellite - experience managing distributed RHEL patching at scale
• Bash scripting - must be able to author basic-to-intermediate scripts, not just execute them
• DISA STIGs / system hardening - practical experience applying security configurations
• SCAP tools - familiarity with scanning and compliance validation
• IDS/security tooling - basic experience with definition updates or signature management
• Process documentation - ability to write and maintain clear technical procedures
• U.S. citizenship and an active Secret security clearance to start. Desired Qualifications
• Basic networking knowledge - OSI model, firewalls, switches/routers
• VMware or equivalent virtualization - creating and managing VMs
• Basic hardware troubleshooting experience

Details Target Salary Range: $80,000 - $128,000. 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.