Cyber Systems Engineer

Peraton is seeking a Cyber Systems Engineer to join our high-performing Cyber Intelligence team in Annapolis Junction, MD. In this mission-critical role, you'll play a key part in developing and supporting both the core and deployed infrastructure of Datarunner, a next-generation rules engine powering cyber operations. If you're passionate about impactful engineering and want to work on cutting-edge capabilities that directly support national security missions, we want to hear from you.

Collaborate closely with internal teams and developers to implement functional enhancements and support rule-writing efforts for the Datarunner engine.

• Gather, document, and maintain detailed technical requirements for ongoing and future projects.

• Lead the integration of the Datarunner rules engine into various mission frameworks and external partner systems.

• Act as the primary technical liaison to external partners, ensuring the successful delivery and operationalization of Datarunner capabilities.

• Develop and maintain operational infrastructure, procedures, and supporting documentation to ensure system reliability and scalability.

• A systems-focused engineer with experience in cyber operations or mission-focused environments.

• Comfortable working in collaborative and fast-paced environments.

• A strong communicator, especially when coordinating with external stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

• Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.

At Peraton, we're not just solving the nation's toughest challenges-we're defining the future of national security. As a trusted partner to essential government agencies, we deliver innovative solutions across space, cyber, defense, and intelligence.

When you join Peraton, you're joining a team of thinkers, builders, and problem-solvers dedicated to making a real difference. We offer:

• Mission-Driven Work: Contribute to projects that matter, with real-world impact on national defense and cybersecurity.

• Career Growth: Expand your skills through mentorship, training, and access to cutting-edge tools and technologies.

• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and innovative environment.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Position Requirements:

• Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph is required
• Seventeen (17) years of experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required
• Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required
• Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree

Highly Desired Skills:

• Experience with Mission Systems

• Proficiency in DataRunner

• Skilled in transferring and decommissioning legacy systems to new platforms

• Familiar with mission data formats

• Capable of reviewing, processing, or creating Dataflow Management Requests (DMRs)

• Able to develop software deployment and management solutions in distributed architectures

• Experience in customer outreach and external support

• Knowledge of Apache NiFi, including building and managing DataFlows

• Strong background in analyzing and managing analytical requirements

• Proficient in creating Systems Architecture Diagrams to illustrate software and system functions

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on our critical National Security programs, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

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Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.