Peraton
Cyber Systems Engineering, Senior Advisor
Job Locations
US-MD-Laurel
Requisition ID
2025-156376
Position Category
Engineering
Clearance
Top Secret/SCI w/Poly
Responsibilities
Join Peraton as a Senior Systems Engineer - Cyber Intelligence | Laurel, MD Are you ready to take your career to the next level while supporting some of the most critical cyber intelligence operations in the nation? Peraton is looking for a
Senior Systems Engineer
to become an integral part of our high-performing Cyber Intel team in
Laurel, MD . In this dynamic and mission-driven role, you'll support cloud-based repositories used daily by thousands of users across the Intelligence Community. You'll work in a fast-paced, evolving environment where your expertise in
Linux systems administration ,
Hadoop/Accumulo clusters , and
scripting
will help maintain, monitor, and optimize cutting-edge infrastructure. What You'll Do:
Monitor system health and performance across large-scale data clusters Troubleshoot system, network, and data flow issues to minimize downtime
Manage and maintain scalable storage systems and system security
Collaborate across hardware, software, network, and security teams to support and enhance operations
Provide on-call support to ensure mission-critical systems stay online
Support patching, upgrades, user account management, and hardware tracking
Create and maintain scripts (Bash, Python) to automate system tasks
Participate in engineering design and technical discussions to drive continuous improvement
What We're Looking For:
Proven experience as a
Linux System Administrator , especially with large
Hadoop
and
Accumulo
clusters
Strong troubleshooting skills in operational, cloud-based environments
Comfort working in a
high-tempo mission environment
where priorities shift quickly based on global events
Familiarity with configuration management tools like
Puppet
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Why Peraton? At Peraton, you'll be part of a team where your work directly supports national security. We offer a collaborative culture, room for growth, and the chance to make a real difference. This is more than a job-it's a mission. #AJ Qualifications
Position Requirements: Active TS/SCI security clearance with current polygraph is required Twenty years experience as a Systems Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity Linux Systems Administration experience 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 years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. Rotational On-Call Systems Administration (~1 week on 8 weeks off) DOD 8570 certification is required, preferably Security+ 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. #AJCM #PeratonRoyalMove Peraton Overview
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. Target Salary Range
$190,000 - $304,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
Job Locations
US-MD-Laurel
Requisition ID
2025-156376
Position Category
Engineering
Clearance
Top Secret/SCI w/Poly
Responsibilities
Join Peraton as a Senior Systems Engineer - Cyber Intelligence | Laurel, MD Are you ready to take your career to the next level while supporting some of the most critical cyber intelligence operations in the nation? Peraton is looking for a
Senior Systems Engineer
to become an integral part of our high-performing Cyber Intel team in
Laurel, MD . In this dynamic and mission-driven role, you'll support cloud-based repositories used daily by thousands of users across the Intelligence Community. You'll work in a fast-paced, evolving environment where your expertise in
Linux systems administration ,
Hadoop/Accumulo clusters , and
scripting
will help maintain, monitor, and optimize cutting-edge infrastructure. What You'll Do:
Monitor system health and performance across large-scale data clusters Troubleshoot system, network, and data flow issues to minimize downtime
Manage and maintain scalable storage systems and system security
Collaborate across hardware, software, network, and security teams to support and enhance operations
Provide on-call support to ensure mission-critical systems stay online
Support patching, upgrades, user account management, and hardware tracking
Create and maintain scripts (Bash, Python) to automate system tasks
Participate in engineering design and technical discussions to drive continuous improvement
What We're Looking For:
Proven experience as a
Linux System Administrator , especially with large
Hadoop
and
Accumulo
clusters
Strong troubleshooting skills in operational, cloud-based environments
Comfort working in a
high-tempo mission environment
where priorities shift quickly based on global events
Familiarity with configuration management tools like
Puppet
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Why Peraton? At Peraton, you'll be part of a team where your work directly supports national security. We offer a collaborative culture, room for growth, and the chance to make a real difference. This is more than a job-it's a mission. #AJ Qualifications
Position Requirements: Active TS/SCI security clearance with current polygraph is required Twenty years experience as a Systems Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity Linux Systems Administration experience 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 years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. Rotational On-Call Systems Administration (~1 week on 8 weeks off) DOD 8570 certification is required, preferably Security+ 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. #AJCM #PeratonRoyalMove Peraton Overview
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. Target Salary Range
$190,000 - $304,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.