Modeling and Simulation Data Analyst

Peraton•Fort Meade, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton seeks a Modeling and Simulation Data Analyst to provide Department of Defense Cyber Defense Command (DCDC) with Mission Assurance and Operations Research Analysis support. This role involves using DCDC/JCC2/MAVEN data analytics applications to develop operationally relevant products for cyber defense, collaborating with mission partners to understand inputs and requirements, and translating these into technical solutions. The analyst will manipulate data analytics applications using APIs and scripting languages to manage data pipelines, and develop cyber mission assurance focused dashboards, reports, visualizations, and alerts. Responsibilities also include maintaining documentation, providing technical support, and ensuring adherence to security protocols.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
Familiarity with systems engineering, operations research, and object-oriented software coding experience (e.g., Python, C++, MATLAB).
Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering, SysML, and modeling tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler.
Familiarity with analysis and creation of custom metrics within a discrete event simulator framework like AFSIM, be able to perform analysis with post-processing software (such as Python, R, Excel, etc.), and provide quantitative/qualitative answers to challenging, cyberspace systems-focused questions.
Able to support shift work to include weekends
U.S Citizenship Required.
Active DOD TS SCI clearance or the ability to obtain SCI.

Nice To Haves

Specialized IA Cyber Security Certification such as Security+

Responsibilities

Use DCDC/JCC2/MAVEN data analytics applications to develop operationally relevant products for cyber defense.
Collaborate with mission partners to understand inputs and requirements.
Translate requirements into technical solutions, and manipulate data analytics applications (utilizing APIs, scripting languages) to manage data pipelines.
Develop cyber mission assurance focused dashboards, reports, visualizations, and alerts.
Maintain documentation, provide technical support, and ensure adherence to security protocols.