What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cyber Analyst, SME position at Peraton?
| Requisition ID | 2025-162234 | Position Category | Intel and Threat Analysis | Clearance | Top Secret/SCI |
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cyber Analyst to join our team at Joint Base Langley-Eustis (JBLE), supporting the Air Combat Command (ACC) Intelligence Directorate (A2). The Cyber Analyst will play a critical role in cryptologic support, cybersecurity operations, and system administration to protect mission-critical systems and networks. This position requires expertise in cyber threat analysis, cryptologic operations, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct cyber threat analysis to identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and recommend threat mitigation.
- Support the development and implementation of cyber defense measures to protect against emerging threats.
- Monitor, analyze, and respond to cyber incidents, ensuring timely resolution and reporting.
- Provide system administration support, including configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of enterprise and local network devices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cybersecurity measures into ISR operations.
- Ensure compliance with all security protocols, policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Travel may be required (Up to 15%)
Required Qualifications:
- Experience Level: Masters Degree and 15 plus years or have a bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and an additional 5 years of related expert experience, for a total of 20 years, as a substitute to the master's degree.
- Technical Expertise:
- Expertise in cryptologic support, cybersecurity operations, and proficiency in system administration.
- Familiarity with cyber defense tools, network security, and incident response methodologies.
- Strong understanding of cyber threat analysis and mitigation strategies.
- Skills:
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for producing reports and collaborating with teams.
- Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, mission-critical environment.
- Security Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI clearance is required.
- This role may require CI Polygraph eligibility.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting Air Force Major Command (MAJCOM) Intelligence Directorate or similar military organization.
- Knowledge of cryptologic systems, tools, and methodologies.
- Familiarity with Air Force cybersecurity policies and procedures.
- Certifications such as CompTIA Security , Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or equivalent.
- DOD 8/140 Compliance based on functional role: Completion of a commercial, military, or U.S. Government cybersecurity training course or specialized certification.
- Active CI Polygraph.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a mission-critical team supporting the U.S. Air Force's ISR and cybersecurity operations.
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, a hub for Air Force intelligence and cyber defense excellence.
- Access to professional development opportunities and career growth within the intelligence and cybersecurity community.
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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.
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