Cybersecurity Engineer / Active Secret

Peraton•Virginia Beach, VA

About The Position

Peraton is currently seeking to hire an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer (TSCE). We are seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to provide hands-on support for TSCE baselines across both classified and unclassified environments. This role spans cyber hygiene, vulnerability management, system engineering, waterfront support, and RMF accreditation activities in support of fleet operations. Location: DamNeck, VA Overview The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division Dam Neck Activity (DNA) supports critical U.S. Navy and Joint Forces missions, including the Total Ship Computing Environment (TSCE), National Cyber Range Complex, NAVSEA Red Team operations, and advanced training systems. As cyber threats continue to evolve across tactical and non-tactical systems, this role focuses on engineering-driven cybersecurity—moving beyond compliance to ensure systems are secure, resilient, and mission-ready across their full lifecycle.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in: Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering and 5+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience
High School Diploma + 10 years relevant experience
5+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience
IAT Level III Certification (DoD 8570/8140 compliant)
DoD cybersecurity policies and military system specifications
Risk Management Framework implementation and ATO processes
TSCE and naval systems environments
STIG implementation and compliance
Vulnerability scanning (ACAS) and remediation
Linux and Windows system patching and hardening
Security tools and technologies, including: Firewalls, IDS/IPS, Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), eMASS, Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS)
U.S. Citizenship required
Active Secret Clearance (DoD)

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Littoral Combat Ships (LCS) or similar naval platforms
Familiarity with shipboard installation and configuration processes
Experience with Splunk, VMware, and enterprise cyber operations tools

Responsibilities

Perform quarterly STIG and SCAP assessments and ongoing cyber hygiene activities
Conduct vulnerability scans using tools such as ACAS
Analyze vulnerabilities and recommend corrective actions, including automated remediation scripting
Ensure remediation of critical/high vulnerabilities within DoD-mandated timelines (≤30 days)
Execute patch management across all supported assets and environments
Support TSCE assets including: Windows Server & Workstations Red Hat Enterprise Linux VMware environments (Workstation, Aria) Splunk SIEM Cisco & Alcatel network devices
Maintain system compliance across CECIL and LWEC environments
Perform daily, monthly, and quarterly system maintenance checks
System Manager within Vulnerability Remediation Asset Manager (VRAM)
Maintain asset inventories, baseline images, and cyber directive responses
Track, document, and report remediation activities and system changes
Provide direct shipboard (on-hull) cyber engineering support for Littoral Combat Ships
Troubleshoot operational issues and support sailors with TSCE systems
Assist with shipboard configuration validation and testing after patches/upgrades
Support execution of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and system upgrades
Support Authorization to Operate (ATO) and Authority to Shipboard Review (ASR) processes
Prepare and validate security documentation, risk assessments, and artifacts
Coordinate with stakeholders to resolve findings and maintain compliance
Develop and update: Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Ship Installation Plans (SIPs)
Identify deficiencies and provide detailed recommendations for improvement