{"id":1284335,"url":"https://alion.io/job/peraton-cyber-security-specialist-associate-2","title":"Cyber Security Specialist, Associate","company":{"id":722,"name":"Peraton","domain":"peraton.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/peraton","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"iCIMS","truth_index":null},"role":"Security","role_family":"Security","seniority":null,"employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Fort Huachuca, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":66000,"max":106000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":106000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-26T04:10:23Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-26","last_verified_at":"2026-09-26T13:34:38Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":2,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":2},"description":"Responsibilities\nPeraton is looking for a Cyber Security Specialist to help our Federal Customer onsite at Fort Huachuca, AZ.\nResponsible for the day to day operations of conducting routine IA Audits on all Information Systems (IS) to ensure the appropriate IA security controls have been applied and maintained\nEvaluate IS for compliance in accordance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) 800-53 Controls and Special Directives\nAssist with the continuous monitoring of RMF packages within eMASS (POA&Ms, Test Results, Risk Assessments, etc.)\nRecord and/or prepare artifacts associated with the audit to ensure a repository for all system RMF documentation is kept current\nProvide Certification and Accreditation (C&A) support in the development of security and contingency plans by conducting risk and vulnerability assessments\nUse the 800 Series NIST Special Publications as reference for C&A, system security plans, risk assessment, and other security requirements\nCreate, edit, and review organization and team level documentation for clarity and accuracy and assist with development of security related TTPs, SOPs, processes, plans, or diagrams\nUse automated security scanning tools (SCAP, ACAS, Tychon, etc.) to identify potential vulnerabilities\nAnalyze and report findings to technical teams and leadership for appropriate tracking and mitigation\nResearch RFIs from technical teams regarding DISA STIG checklists, and DOD/Army regulations\nExplain requirements to systems administrators in detail to ensure proper understanding and clarity\nReview proposed courses of action from technical teams and recommend the most secure option while balancing operations and/or mission requirements\nAssist in the identification, tracking and remediation of security risks discovered on information systems\nPrepare and deliver detailed written reports and oral presentations to the Security Manger, Information Assurance Manager and other senior leaders or staff within the organization\nCoordinate with both internal and external entities to improve established processes and procedures; ensuring efficient execution of all analysis, tracking, mitigation and reporting requirements\nCoordinate directly with cross functional teams and management to resolve all compliance issues\nSupport and/or lead special projects as required\nComplete other duties as assigned by management\nQualifications\nRequired Skills:\n2 years with BS/BA, 0 years with MS/MA, 6 years no degree\nAbility to obtain/maintain Secret Clearance - US Citizenship required\nCompliant with 8140 requirements for DWCF code: 612 - Security Control Assessor\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills\nKnowledge of network specific DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides and checklists\nKnowledge of asset scanning\nExperience performing audits within a DoD organization\nExperience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and vulnerability management\nDesired Skills:\nKnowledge of Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)\nKnowledge of Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), and Tychon Vulnerability scanning and reporting\nKnowledge of ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO) and Continuous Monitoring and Risk Scoring (CMRS)\nPeraton Overview\nPeraton 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.\nTarget Salary Range\n$66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. 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