Watch Analyst / Active Top Secret

Peraton•Washington, DC

6d•$80,000 - $128,000•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a Watch Analyst to support its Federal Strategic Cyber team in Washington, DC. The position supports the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), in a classified 24/7 Operations and Watch Center. The center monitors, assesses, and coordinates responses to emerging cyber, physical, and infrastructure threats affecting national security, providing situational awareness and actionable intelligence to federal leadership, law enforcement, and government stakeholders. This is a 100% on-site role in Washington, DC. Operations run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. Shift assignments are based on operational requirements and may include rotating schedules. The role operates in a fast-paced, time-sensitive, mission-critical environment under the direction of a federal CISA Duty Officer. The Watch Analyst monitors classified systems and open-source information, assesses and coordinates incidents, prepares reports and briefings, and supports continuity across shifts. The position requires strict handling of classified information and familiarity with the communications and information technology systems used in daily operations. Candidates need an active Top Secret clearance and must be able to obtain SCI eligibility and a favorably adjudicated DHS background investigation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Broad capabilities and expertise in research, analysis, and report writing.
Flexibility to work in a 24x7x365 operations support environment.
Experience with open-source analysis and alerting systems.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office automation solutions.
Experience or expertise in one or more critical infrastructure sectors as defined by HSPD-7 and the NIPP, cyber, and/or emergency management.
Knowledge of National Incident Management System (NIMS) structure, emergency management operations, and background knowledge of one or more critical infrastructure sectors.
Complete FEMA IS-100.c, IS-453, IS-520, IS-545.a, IS-551, IS-700.b, IS-800.d, IS-860.c, and IS-1300 before the first day on the contract.
U.S. citizenship.
Active Top Secret security clearance and ability to obtain SCI.
Ability to obtain and maintain a favorably adjudicated DHS background investigation for continued employment.
Comfort working in a high-tempo, mission-critical environment requiring attention to detail, sound judgment, and timely reporting.

Nice To Haves

Specialized operations center experience.
Experience drafting and publishing national-level reporting.
Experience with email triage and requests for information (RFIs).
Experience as an All-Source Intelligence Analyst in a Joint Operations Center and/or Fusion Center.
Experience with cyber incident management and analysis.
Cyber certifications, such as CompTIA Security+.
Experience with Knowledge Management Systems and ServiceNow.
Ability to read technical cyber reporting, including IOCs and TTPs, extract important information, and provide clear, concise reporting for a non-technical audience.

Responsibilities

Monitor classified databases, incident management systems, alerting services, news outlets, social media, and other open-source intelligence for emerging threats and incidents affecting critical infrastructure and national security.
Conduct initial assessments of cyber, physical, and communications incidents to determine severity, potential impact, and reporting or escalation requirements.
Analyze and synthesize information into accurate, timely, actionable reports and briefings for government leadership, law enforcement, and federal stakeholders.
Collaborate with team members and government partners to track, coordinate, and document incidents through resolution.
Provide operational support under the direction of a federal CISA Duty Officer, using sound judgment, critical thinking, and effective decision-making.
Follow classified information handling procedures, operational security protocols, and confidentiality requirements.
Operate and maintain familiarity with communications and information technology systems used in daily operations; identify and troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate resolution with support teams.
Support continuous watch operations, maintain operational awareness, and ensure effective communication and continuity across shifts.
Perform other operational support activities as directed by the government customer.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Health savings account
Short- and long-term disability
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off for vacation
Company-paid holidays
Eligible employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.