Technical Security Program Manager

Peraton•,

2d•$146,000 - $234,000•Remote

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a Technical Security Program Manager to support the security of a large-scale, multi-tenant cloud ecosystem serving more than 40 million users in a complex stakeholder environment. The position provides enterprise-wide security program leadership, combining senior-level management with modern cloud and technical expertise. The manager oversees the development, implementation, and management of security programs to protect organizational assets, ensure compliance, and mitigate risks. The position is remote, with work hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain the required Public Trust clearance.
At least 16 years of experience; management experience may be included.
At least 15 years of relevant security leadership experience managing large-scale federal IT security programs in a cloud environment.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Strong understanding of cloud architectures, networking, security, and cost optimization strategies.
Proven ability to lead multi-cloud operations in high-availability, mission-critical environments.
Deep familiarity with federal cybersecurity frameworks, including FISMA, FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-53, and Zero Trust.
Experience implementing Agile and DevSecOps methodologies.
Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and executive briefing skills.
Ability to manage complex technical programs with competing priorities and evolving requirements.
Demonstrated success leading diverse technical teams and subcontractors.
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or ISO-related credentials.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Professional cloud certifications in AWS, Azure, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Design and implement security strategies aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices to protect data, systems, and physical assets.
Identify potential security threats, analyze vulnerabilities, conduct risk assessments, and develop mitigation plans using policies, controls, and security technologies.
Lead incident response and compliance teams, coordinate response activities, support swift resolution of security breaches, and maintain compliance with regulatory standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, PCI, GLBA, and SOX.
Lead cross-functional teams across IT, engineering, legal, and operations to integrate security measures into business processes; provide guidance, training, and oversight.
Develop and manage employee education programs covering security best practices, emerging threats, and organizational policies.
Lead continuous monitoring of security systems, vulnerability scanning, and program evaluations to adapt to evolving threats and improve security posture.
Provide technical expertise and leadership in cloud security, SIEM tools, ICAM, and other security technologies.
Manage resources, scope, quality, and finances to ensure security initiatives are adequately staffed and funded.
Oversee adherence to government and industry security regulations, FedRAMP, FISMA, and Zero Trust Architecture principles.
Serve as the primary point of contact for the CO, COR, and customer executive leaders.
Collaborate with development, cybersecurity, operations, and data teams to support DevSecOps pipelines and integrated cloud services.
Translate federal civilian agency mission needs into actionable technical and operational plans supporting availability, scalability, and modernization.
Guide multidisciplinary teams, foster accountability and continuous improvement, and ensure high-quality service delivery.
Proactively identify, mitigate, and communicate risks, dependencies, and operational challenges.
Provide clear, timely, and transparent communication to government leadership about priorities, progress, and decisions.

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 in addition to base pay.