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Steampunk

<div>Overview:
<div>
As a <b>Web Application Security Engineer</b>, you will provide technical expertise and solutions to remediate persistent and challenging portfolio-wide vulnerabilities. We&rsquo;re looking for someone who has passion for IT, resourceful problem-solving abilities, and a desire to learn our indicators of success in this role. The ideal candidate will have a breadth of experience over a variety of application and web based technologies. The candidate will not necessarily have deep experience in all domain areas but should have a good understanding of how the various layers of an enterprise application stack interact with one another. You will work directly with system admin teams to assist and remediate vulnerabilities and harden environments, while providing recommendations on ways to enhance vulnerability management. Additionally, you will work in a team environment to develop proactive solutions to improve overall enterprise security posture through process streamlining and automation.</div>
Contributions:
<div><b>
Responsibilities include:</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Provide subject matter expertise for various risk assessments, working in an Agile environment with an understanding of the full software development lifecycle.</li><li>
Advocate for and ensure appropriate security practices are communicated and implemented within application development portfolios.</li><li>
Ability and proven experience in securing multiple areas of an enterprise application stack, including the OS, Database, Application Server, Load Balancer, and Web Server layers. Understanding how PKI/TLS certificates work is a must.</li><li>
Integrate with both the application development and security assurance divisions to ensure vulnerability findings are understood, remediated or baselined as appropriate.</li><li>
Document &amp; Socialize security findings and remediation solutions in an enterprise knowledge base.</li><li>
Support the Information Assurance Branch and the SOC with scan analysis and partner with development teams to understand and remediate security findings.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<div><b>
Required:</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Ability to obtain a U.S. government Security Clearance</li><li>
Master's Degree and 3 years of relevant experience; OR<ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant experience; OR</li><li>
No degree and 9 years of relevant experience</li></ul></li><li>
Possesses at least one professional certification relevant to the technical service provided. Maintain a certification relevant to the product being deployed and/or maintained.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Preferred:</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Former Developer or Systems Administrator experience</li><li>
Working knowledge of technologies used for building and deploying enterprise applications, such as, Maven, Grade, GIT, Jenkins, Ansible, Java, C#/.NET, Apache Tomcat, Apache HTTP Server, IIS, F5, Oracle, MSSQLSEVER, PostGres</li><li>
Working knowledge and experience in AWS and Azure GovClouds</li><li>
Ability to analyze DISA STIG audit compliance scan results and provide recommendations for resolution</li><li>
Analyze security environment, provide recommendations</li><li>
Working knowledge of JIRA, Service Now or equivalent</li><li>
Working knowledge of operating system and dynamic application security testing scan tools &ndash; Invicti, Web Inspect, DAST/IAST suites</li><li>
Experience using Python to automate tasks</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Certifications:</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
CEH, GFACT, GPEN, OSCP or other relevant industry certifications</li><li>
Other Application based Technology specific certifiations</li></ul>
About <b>steampunk</b>:
<div>
Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $100,000 to $155,000. The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk&rsquo;s total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Identity Statement</b></div><div>
As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.</div><div></div><div><br>
Steampunk is a <b>Change Agent</b> in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors. Through our <b>Human-Centered delivery methodology</b>, we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges. As an <b>employee owned company</b>, we focus on investing in our employees to enable them to do the greatest work of their careers &ndash; and rewarding them for outstanding contributions to our growth. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com.</div><div></div><div><i><br>
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program.</i></div></div>

Web Application Security Engineer

Howard University

<div><div>The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff &ldquo;for fit&rdquo; makes significant contributions to Howard University&rsquo;s overall mission.</div><div></div><div>
At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.</div><div></div><div>
Here is what we offer:</div><ul><li><i>
Health &amp; Wellness:</i> Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support</li><li><i>
Work-Life Balance:</i> PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements</li><li><i>
Financial Wellness:</i> Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match</li><li><i>
Professional Development:</i> Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths</li><li><i>
Additional Perks:</i> Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Join Howard University and thrive with us!</div><div><div>
https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness</div></div><div></div><div>
BASIC FUNCTION:</div><div>
The Cybersecurity Engineer II is responsible for implementing, managing, and optimizing cybersecurity technologies and protocols to protect Howard University Hospital&rsquo;s digital assets. This role ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information, supports regulatory compliance, and advances the hospital&rsquo;s mission of excellence in patient care and service.</div><div>
SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITIES:</div><div>
This position has no direct supervisory responsibility, but may provide technical direction and mentorship to junior cybersecurity staff, contractors, and project team members. The Senior Cybersecurity Engineer may also lead cross-functional implementation teams and coordinate security initiatives with other IT units.</div><div>
NATURE AND SCOPE:</div><div>
Works within the IT Technology Services department. Collaborates with IT, clinical, and administrative teams to implement security best practices. Engages with external auditors, vendors, and regulatory bodies as needed. Supports the hospital&rsquo;s compliance with HIPAA, NIST, and other relevant standards. Participates in cross-functional projects and hospital-wide cybersecurity initiatives.</div><div></div><div>
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:</div><div>
Security Operations</div><ul><li>
Deploy, configure, and maintain cybersecurity solutions (firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, SIEM).</li><li>
Monitor network and system activity for threats; respond to security incidents.</li></ul><div>
Risk Management</div><ul><li>
Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing; remediate findings.</li><li>
Support risk assessments and third-party evaluations.</li></ul><div>
Compliance and Documentation</div><ul><li>
Ensure adherence to HIPAA, NIST, and internal policies.</li><li>
Maintain documentation for security processes, incident response, and compliance audits.</li></ul><div>
Continuous Improvement</div><ul><li>
Recommend and implement improvements to security architecture.</li><li>
Stay current with emerging threats and technologies.</li></ul><div>
Collaboration and Training</div><ul><li>
Work with other departments to ensure secure IT practices.</li><li>
Mentor junior staff and participate in cybersecurity awareness initiatives.</li></ul><div></div><div>
CORE COMPETENCIES:</div><ul><li>
Technical proficiency in cybersecurity tools (e.g., MS Defender, SIEM platforms).</li><li>
Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks (HIPAA, NIST).</li><li>
Analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Effective communication and documentation abilities.</li><li>
Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, fast-paced environment.</li><li>
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.</li></ul><div></div><div>
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:</div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.</li><li>
3&ndash;5 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or IT security operations.</li><li>
Experience with network security, cloud security (Azure, AWS), and endpoint protection.</li><li>
Familiarity with vulnerability management and incident response.</li><li>
Preferred: CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent certifications; experience in healthcare IT.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Compliance Salary Range Disclosure</div><div></div><div>
Compensation Range: $112,500 - $125,000</div></div>

Cybersecurity Engineer II

Leidos

<div><p><b>Description</b>
</p><p>Leidos' Digital Modernization sector is seeking a Firewall Engineer to support the GSM-O effort. This position is located at the Pentagon and is 100% on-site. This role requires an Engineer who can design, implement, and manage complex firewall solutions to ensure the security and integrity of network infrastructure. The ideal candidate has experience with firewall technologies including Cisco ASA, Juniper SRX, and Palo Alto, as well as a strong background in security networking.</p><p></p><p>
Primary Responsibilities:</p><ul><li><p>
Design, Implement Manage firewall solutions using Cisco ASA/Firepower, Juniper SRX and Palo Alto.</p></li><li><p>
Monitor firewall performance and security logs to identify and mitigate potential threats.</p></li><li><p>
Develop and enforce network security policies and procedures.</p></li><li><p>
Perform system audits to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.</p></li><li><p>
Collaborate with other IT, Security and Network teams to integrate firewall solutions.</p></li><li><p>
Troubleshoot and resolve network and firewall related issues promptly and document within ticket systems.</p></li><li><p>
Maintain and update firewall configurations (security polices/firewall ACLs as approved by Change Management)</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
Required Clearance and Certifications:</p><ul><li>
Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or higher. An active TS/SCI is preferred.</li><li>
Must have DoD 8570 IAT II or higher certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) prior to start.</li><li>
Must have a Juniper, Cisco, or Palo Alto certification prior to start.</li></ul><p></p><p>
Required Qualifications:</p><ul><li>
BS degree and 8+ years of directly relevant experience. Additional military or relevant work experience may be considered lieu of a degree.</li><li>
3+ years of Firewall experience within the DoD environment</li><li>
Demonstrated knowledge of Implementation of Perimeter and Internal Firewalls (both physical and virtual contexts)</li><li>
Demonstrated advanced experience in managing standard baseline configuration across numerous firewalls</li><li>
Demonstrated advanced experience in evaluating rules to ensure maximum security while minimizing redundancy in rules</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
About our Program:</b></p><p>
Through the J6 Penetration Handling, Incident, System Health (PHISH) support services task order on the GSM-O contract, we provide IT products, services and solutions to the Pentagon and other DoD offices and agencies for them to meet mission and business requirements. Our Cybersecurity team performs cyber defensive actions in support of J6 to prevent, detect, respond and recover from adversarial activities.</p><p></p><p><b>
About Leidos:</b><br>
Leidos makes the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering, and science. At Leidos, we offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We believe in doing what&rsquo;s right and treating people right &ndash; always. Our corporate values, and the culture they foster, reflect that. At Leidos, culture is not just what we do &mdash; it&rsquo;s how we do it. Our people, our environment and our values make all the difference. We believe diversity and inclusion create the cohesive and collaborative teams that drive innovation. Differences in thought, style, backgrounds, and opinions are valued here.</p><p></p><p>
We recognize that pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers, including competitive salaries, healthcare coverage and wellness programs, immediately vested 401k, income protection, flexible paid leave programs, and professional development and education assistance. For more insight into life at Leidos, visit us at leidos.com/careers/life.</p><p>
We&rsquo;re not looking for perfectly polished resumes or perfect fits. We&rsquo;re looking for people who break limits, ask hard questions, and don&rsquo;t wait to be told what&rsquo;s next. At Leidos, we&rsquo;re not following the roadmap &mdash; we&rsquo;re redrawing it.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Original Posting:</b></h2>
November 5, 2025<p></p><p><br>
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Pay Range:</b></h2>
Pay Range $104,650.00 - $189,175.00<p></p><p>
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.</p><p></p><p><b>
About Leidos</b></p><p></p><p>
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.</p><p></p><p><b>
Pay and Benefits</b></p><p></p><p>
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.</p><p></p><p><b>
Securing Your Data</b></p><p></p><p>
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos&rsquo; name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system &ndash; never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.</p><p>
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.</p><p></p><p><b>
Commitment to Non-Descrimination</b></p><p></p><p>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.</p></div>

Firewall Engineer

<div><p><b>Description</b>
</p><p>The FedCivIT Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for an Entra Engineer to work in our Washington, DC office. This is an exciting opportunity to use your Entra and Identity Management experience helping our Federal Millenium Challenge Agency mission to help in planning and executing their future identity planning needs. In this mission we are seeking a senior-level engineer with deep expertise in Microsoft 365 and Entra to lead the design, implementation, and support of Zero Trust Architecture initiatives. This role focuses on modern authentication, phish-proof multifactor, conditional access, and secure app provisioning, while also driving tenant hardening aligned with CISA and OMB standards. The ideal candidate brings over 8 years of hands-on experience in complex Federal M365 environments, including advanced identity and access management, privileged access controls, SaaS integration, and enterprise-level support in FISMA-compliant settings. Strong understanding of the Government/Federal environment, communication skills and the ability to guide cross-functional collaboration are essential.</p><p></p><p><b>
Primary Responsiblities:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Lead engineering efforts to adopt Zero Trust Architecture methodologies applicable to Microsoft 365 and Entra, including:</p></li><li><p>
Modern Authentication</p></li><li><p>
Phish-Proof Multifactor</p></li><li><p>
Application Gateway</p></li><li><p>
Conditional Access</p></li><li><p>
Single Sign-On</p></li><li><p>
App Provisioning of User Identities</p></li><li><p>
Lead engineering efforts for Tenant hardening and secure configuration aligned with industry standards, specifically baselines outlined by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and Office of Management and Budget (OMB).</p></li><li><p>
Hands-on maintenance and support of M365 / Entra platform, including remediation/methodical troubleshooting of issues escalated by Tier 1 &amp; 2 operational support teams.</p></li><li><p>
Lead engineering efforts to return MCC investment on M365 products such as Microsoft Defender and Intune.</p></li><li><p>
Lead engineering efforts to enhance MCC&rsquo;s on-premises Microsoft technology stack, such as enhancements to Active Directory, Certificate Services, Windows Server/Desktop Operating Systems, and Cloud connectors linking on-prem to hosted environments.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Basic Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>
8+ years of experience with conditional access, identity governance, privileged access management, and privileged access workstations</p></li><li><p>
8+ years of experience designing, implementing and supporting highly complex M365 services across Entra / Azure AD, Exchange Online, Teams, Intune, and Defender.</p></li><li><p>
5+ years designing and implementing identity and access management systems including Architecture of Entra / Azure AD with conditional access and MFA policies</p></li><li><p>
5+ years of experience managing Privileged Identity Management (PIM), Just-in-Time (JIT) access.</p></li><li><p>
5+ years of experience administering SaaS and application integration with Azure AD / SSO, including custom applications&rsquo; SSO integration and migrations from ADFS.</p></li><li><p>
5+ years of experience managing Microsoft Graph / Office 365 APIs.</p></li><li><p>
5+ years&rsquo; experience providing enterprise support within a FISMA compliant environment.</p></li><li><p>
Proficient written and verbal communicator. Possesses soft people skills and grasps enterprise information technology methodologies.</p></li><li><p>
Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance and Identity Fundamentals</p></li><li><p>
CompTIA Advanced Security Compliance Practitioner (CASP)</p></li><li><p>
Must be a US Citizen</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li><p>
Prior experience supporting an internationally-based federal agency</p></li><li><p>
SC-300: Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator Associate certification or equivalent</p></li><li><p>
MS-500: Microsoft 365 Security Administrator certification or equivalent</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
We&rsquo;re not looking for perfectly polished resumes or perfect fits. We&rsquo;re looking for people who break limits, ask hard questions, and don&rsquo;t wait to be told what&rsquo;s next. At Leidos, we&rsquo;re not following the roadmap &mdash; we&rsquo;re redrawing it.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Original Posting:</b></h2>
November 5, 2025<p></p><p><br>
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Pay Range:</b></h2>
Pay Range $126,100.00 - $227,950.00<p></p><p>
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.</p><p></p><p><b>
About Leidos</b></p><p></p><p>
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.</p><p></p><p><b>
Pay and Benefits</b></p><p></p><p>
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.</p><p></p><p><b>
Securing Your Data</b></p><p></p><p>
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos&rsquo; name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system &ndash; never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.</p><p>
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.</p><p></p><p><b>
Commitment to Non-Descrimination</b></p><p></p><p>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.</p></div>

Microsoft 365 / Entra Identity Engineer

Peraton

<div><b>About Peraton</b><br>
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.<br>
<br>
<b>Program Overview</b><br>
<br>
<b>About The Role</b><br>
<br>
We are seeking a <b>Mid-Level DevOps Engineer</b> to play a critical role in the design, deployment, maintenance, and security of DevSecOps infrastructure tools. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring system efficiency, addressing interoperability issues, and maintaining optimal performance of operating systems and application dependencies.
<br>
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In this role you will:
<br>
<br>
<ul><li>Integrate security practices, tools, and measures into the entire DevOps</li></ul>
pipeline, including development, testing, deployment, and operations.<br>
<ul><li>Automate security testing, scanning, and compliance checks throughout</li></ul>
the development lifecycle.<br>
<ul><li>Implement automated security controls such as static code analysis,</li></ul>
dynamic application security testing (DAST), container scanning, and<br>
vulnerability assessment.<br>
<ul><li>Establish mechanisms for continuous monitoring of application and</li></ul>
infrastructure security.<br>
<br>
<b>Qualifications</b><br>
<br>
<b>Qualifications:
</b><br>
<br>
<ul><li>A current Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and the ability to obtain a polygraph.
</li><li>7 years with AS/AA; 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD. Additional four years of experience can be accepted in lieu of a Bachelors degree.
</li><li>Proficiency in Linux-based environments, scripting, and cloud deployment strategies.</li><li>Strong troubleshooting skills with experience in network security, cluster computing, and automation tools.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Familiarity with open-source monitoring solutions and DevSecOps best practices.</li></ul><br>
Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, 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 eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.
<br>
<br>
<b>SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range</b><br>
<br>
<b>Details</b><br>
<br>
Target Salary Range: $80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
<br>
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<b>EEO:</b> Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.</div>

DevOps Engineer (Mid)

<div><b>About Peraton</b><br>
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.<br>
<br>
<b>Program Overview</b><br>
<br>
<b>About The Role</b><br>
<br>
We're looking for a skilled and proactive <b>Systems Engineer</b> to join our team. In this role, you'll be a key player in maintaining the reliability and performance of our systems, ensuring our infrastructure is secure and up-to-date. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on problem-solver with a strong background in Microsoft technologies and a commitment to operational excellence.<br>
<br>
<b>Responsibilities</b><br>
<br>
<ul><li>Manage, maintain, and troubleshoot our server infrastructure, primarily in <b>Azure</b> and on-premise.</li><li>Perform regular server patching and updates to ensure security and stability.</li><li>Manage and deploy certificates for various applications and services.</li><li>Monitor system performance and availability, proactively addressing potential issues.</li><li>Support and maintain <b>Microsoft SQL Server</b> environments, including backups, security, and performance tuning.</li><li>Administer and support <b>Active Directory</b> (AD) environments, including user and group management, Group Policy, and security.</li><li>Collaborate with other IT teams to design and implement new solutions and improve existing systems.</li><li>Create and maintain detailed documentation for all systems and procedures.</li></ul><br>
<b>
Qualifications</b><br>
<br>
<b>Qualifications</b><br>
<br>
<ul><li>A current Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and the ability to obtain a polygraph.
</li><li>10 years with AS/AA; 8 years with BS/BA; 6 years with MS/MA; 3 years with PhD; Four years of additional experience accepted in lieu of a BA/BS degree.
</li><li>Proven experience as a Systems Engineer or a similar role.</li><li>Deep expertise in <b>Azure</b> cloud services and infrastructure management.</li><li>Extensive experience with <b>Microsoft</b> server operating systems (Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022).</li><li>Strong knowledge of <b>Microsoft SQL Server</b>, including installation, configuration, and maintenance.</li><li>Hands-on experience with <b>Active Directory</b> administration.</li><li>Proficiency in patching and updating servers, as well as creating and managing SSL/TLS certificates.</li><li>Strong scripting skills (e.g., PowerShell) to automate routine tasks.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.</li></ul><br>
<b>
Nice-to-Have Skills</b><br>
<br>
<ul><li>Experience with <b>NiFi</b> for data flow automation.</li><li>Familiarity with <b>Azure DevOps</b> for CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code.</li><li>Knowledge of <b>SharePoint</b> administration and support.</li><li>Experience with <b>OpenText</b> document management systems.</li></ul><br>
Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, 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 eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.
<br>
<br>
<b>SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range</b><br>
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Target Salary Range: $86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
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Systems Engineer (Senior)

<div><p><b>Description</b>
</p><p>The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Senior Network Engineer supporting the HEITS Contract as part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Insider Threat Program (ITP). This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience to support, sustain, design and evolve the network enterprise of the ITP. The ITP mission is to identify insider threats to the department by utilizing advanced analytics, monitoring, and data correlation which in turn help address and eliminate potential threat actors from compromising the DHS mission in safeguarding the homeland.</p><p></p><p>
The selected candidate will be responsible for the following:</p><p>
Support the ITP network infrastructure, perform all routine maintenance activities, provide guidance on upgrades and system recapitalization, perform availability/capacity management. Oversee High Speed Guard Cross Domain solution that supports the transfer of data between multiple classification domains. Support all documentation to effectively capture the configuration baseline. Design and support system recapitalization plans to account for capacity growth and changes as directed by the customer. Serve as the subject matter expert on all ITP network infrastructure.</p><p></p><p><b>
Basic Qualifications:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Bachelors degree and (12)+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with (10)+ years of prior relevant experience</p></li><li><p>
Prior leadership responsibilities</p></li><li><p>
Excellent written and oral communication skills</p></li><li><p>
Experienced and adept at developing and maintaining technical documents, analyses, and reports</p></li><li><p>
Experienced with preparing and presenting briefings to senior customer management, and customer stakeholders</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
Working knowledge of defense-in-depth principles, network/HW/SW security architecture, network topology, IT device integrity, and common security elements</p></li><li><p>
Active Top Secret government security clearance; ability to obtain DHS EOD SCI</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Master&rsquo;s degree from an accredited college or university in IT Management, Engineering, or related field</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
Proven experience (10+ years) in IT service delivery management</p></li><li><p>
Experience with User Activity Monitoring products and platforms</p></li><li><p>
Experience with Everfox High Speed Guard Platform</p></li><li><p>
Experience with Cisco, Juniper LAN/WAN network infrastructure</p></li><li><p>
Experience with Palo Alto Firewalls</p></li><li><p>
DHS Cleared preferred</p></li><li><p>
CCNP or Higher</p></li><li><p>
ForcePoint/FirePower Experience</p></li></ul><p>
We&rsquo;re not looking for perfectly polished resumes or perfect fits. We&rsquo;re looking for people who break limits, ask hard questions, and don&rsquo;t wait to be told what&rsquo;s next. At Leidos, we&rsquo;re not following the roadmap &mdash; we&rsquo;re redrawing it.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Original Posting:</b></h2>
November 5, 2025<p></p><p><br>
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Pay Range:</b></h2>
Pay Range $126,100.00 - $227,950.00<p></p><p>
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.</p><p></p><p><b>
About Leidos</b></p><p></p><p>
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.</p><p></p><p><b>
Pay and Benefits</b></p><p></p><p>
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.</p><p></p><p><b>
Securing Your Data</b></p><p></p><p>
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos&rsquo; name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system &ndash; never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.</p><p>
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.</p><p></p><p><b>
Commitment to Non-Descrimination</b></p><p></p><p>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.</p></div>

Insider Threat Program Network Engineer

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