Analytics Cybersecurity Tool Champion

Peraton•Fort Meade, MD

1d•$112,000 - $179,000•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton seeks an Analytics Cybersecurity Tool Champion to support DCDC in adopting, effectively using, and continuously improving defensive cyberspace tools across the DASC and its supported mission partners. Based in Fort Meade, Maryland, the role supports integration between cyber operations teams and the technical platforms they use, including Caspian, JCRS-D, JCWA, PCTE, ArcSight, and associated CSSP toolsets. The Tool Champion helps ensure users are trained and equipped to use these tools effectively in support of ARCYBER’s defensive cyberspace operations mission. The position combines user training and advocacy, platform adoption monitoring, documentation, stakeholder coordination, and support for compliance activities. It also contributes to identifying tool integrations, automation, and capability expansions that can advance threat detection, incident response, and hunt operations.

Requirements

Minimum experience by education: 8 years with a BS/BA, 6 years with an MS/MA, 3 years with a PhD, 12 years with a high school diploma, or 10 years with an associate degree.
Demonstrated proficiency with one or more DASC-supported cyber platforms (Caspian, JCRS-D, JCWA, PCTE, or equivalent DoD cyber tools).
Strong training, facilitation, and communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK framework, CSSP operational standards, and DoD RMF processes.
Experience developing SOPs, TTPs, training materials, and user documentation.
U.S. citizenship required.
Active TS clearance with ability to obtain or maintain SCI.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting ARCYBER, RCC, or CSSP operational environments.
Background in change management, instructional design, or user experience (UX).
Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity accreditation processes, including eMASS and NIST 800-53.
DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II or higher certification, such as Security+, CISSP, or CEH.
Highly desired: 5–8 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, cyber tool administration, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

Advocate for DASC-supported cyber tools, including Caspian, JCRS-D, JCWA (UP, JCC2, JCHK), PCTE, and enterprise security platforms such as ArcSight, HBSS, and IDS/IPS sensors.
Develop and deliver onboarding and recurring training for new and existing tool users, including hands-on workshops, quick-reference guides, and desk-level job aids.
Monitor platform utilization metrics and user adoption; identify underutilization and recommend targeted training or configuration changes.
Serve as an interface between DASC end users, tool administrators, platform engineers, and government stakeholders; document and relay user feedback to support tool improvements.
Maintain current tool documentation, SOPs, and TTPs aligned with platform versions and ARCYBER operational standards.
Coordinate with the Analytic Team and Support Team to align tool configurations with operational requirements, MITRE ATT&CK mappings, and CSSP accreditation standards.
Support RMF and compliance activities for cyber tool platforms, including awareness of system authorization status, POA&M items, and change management requirements.
Develop and maintain a Cyber Tool Champion community of practice across DASC teams and serve as the train-the-trainer lead for team-level tool advocates.
Track and report tool adoption milestones, training completion rates, and user satisfaction; brief progress to the TPM and government leadership as required.
Identify opportunities for tool integration, automation, and capability expansion supporting ARCYBER threat detection, incident response, and hunt operations.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Life insurance
Health savings account
Short- and long-term disability
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company-paid holidays
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus