Computer Network Defense, Senior Associate

Computer Network Defense, Senior AssociateJob LocationsUS-TX-San AntonioRequisition ID2025-159061Position CategoryCyber SecurityClearanceTop Secret/SCIResponsibilitiesPeraton'sCyber Missionsupportsthe United States Air Force by delivering mission-critical Cyber professionals who defend our nation's security. Our team of experts provides innovative engineering, logistics, sustainment, and customer support to ensure the functionality of network infrastructure, while addressing the most complex cyber operationsand national defense challenges.Peratonis seeking a Computer Network Defense, SeniorAssociate to support our mission to defend and protect our national securityThe Computer Network Defense, Senior Associateperforms day-to-day cyberoperationsmonitoring, alert analysis, and incident response activities to safeguard enterprise networks. They assistin investigating threats, applying security measures, and ensuring network defense operations align with mission requirementsResponsibilities may includeThe Computer Network Defense,SeniorAssociate will be responsible forthe following, but not limited to:Monitor network traffic, alerts, and system logs to detect potential security incidents.Analyze and triage security alerts to determineseverity and required response.Assistin the investigation of cyberops events and incidents.Document findings and maintainaccuratesecurity incident records.Apply security controls and updates to systems in coordination with technical teams.Collaborate with network and systems staff to address identified vulnerabilitiesQualificationsRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degreewith 2years of experience ORa Master'sdegree with0years of experienceOR 6 years of experience with no degreeUS Citizenshipand a current active TOP SECRET Clearancewith SCIMust comply withDepartment of Defense (DoD) Manual 8140 requirements and comply withthe DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) for Work Role 511.Experience monitoring and analyzing network traffic, alerts, and logs.Familiarity with intrusion detection systems, prevention tools, and SIEM platforms.Ability to triage alerts and assistin incident investigation processes.Understanding of basic threat analysis techniques and vulnerability identificationDesired Qualifications:Exposure to endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools and techniques.Familiarity with packet capture and network traffic analysis tools such as Wireshark.Understanding ofzero trust network defense concepts.Experience supporting vulnerability scanning and remediation activitiesPeraton OverviewPeraton 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$80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.J-18808-Ljbffr