{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7aa8c0d1ea897a7d9c54be48","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7aa8c0d1ea897a7d9c54be48","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7aa8c0d1ea897a7d9c54be48","title":"High Performance Computing Software Security Engineer, Journeyman Level","description":"About Peraton\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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.\n\nProgram OverviewTechnical SETA support for MPO intel analysis and data processing, tool modernization, high performance computing (HPC) and analytic systems engineering.\n\nAbout The Role\nPeraton is hiring a Journeyman High Performance Computing (HPC) Software Engineer (SWE) to perform security-related development aiding the government implementation of a large HPC-related program. This program is cutting edge and includes everything from HPC test planning and execution, architecture design and prototyping, and vendor outreach and collaboration support.\n\nOn this program, the HPC SWE personnel design, develop, test, deploy, document, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse software for HPC (high performance computing) systems based upon documented requirements. The HPC systems might include, but are not limited to, processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and systems which incorporate data repositories, data transport services, and application and systems development and monitoring.\n\nThis specific position requires an individual who has broad knowledge of computer security at the design and implementation level. The HPC SWE will work individually or as part of a team to:\n\nSupport Secure-the-Enterprise / Secure-the-Network (STE/STN) automation and monitoring sustainment including:\nFrontend hardening\nUtility front door and courier containers\nImplement container security in LatteArt Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) etc.\nRBAC and CMS product creation & sustainment:\nMapping of roles to permission sets\nImplement general solution security\nBackground hardening, as applicable\nSecurity reviews and audits for other team's products\nOn a day-to-day basis, the selected SWE will:\n\nDefine, develop, test, and deploy components of the solution\nWork with an Agile team to create and refine user stories and acceptance\nCollaborate with other team member to build and test software and hardware components\nParticipate in daily stand-up/scrums meetings\nConduct research, prototyping, and exploration activities\nDevelop, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse infrastructure as code (IaC) for large-scale computing systems\nWork with installation, configuration, testing, and operational management of system solutions.\n#AJCM\n\nQualifications\nRequired Qualifications:\n\nPosition requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.\nRequired Education / Experience requirements:\nHigh School Diploma or GED plus Nine (9) years of High Performance Computing Software Engineering experience, OR\nBachelor's degree in Math, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus seven (7) years of systems engineering experience, OR\nA Master's degree OR PhD in a in Math, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus five (5) years of systems engineering experience.\nIndividuals in this role must have the following skills/experience:\nLinux, Linux tools\nInfrastructure automation technology: Ansible, SaltStack, Puppet, Chef, Terraform, etc.\nWilling and able to learn Ansible\nAdapting to and adhering to project-specific Ansible coding standards\nFamiliar with and able to perform full software-development lifecycle support with version-control tools (Git, GitLab)\nWorks independently, as well as with a team, to ensure that all components are functioning properly\nStays abreast of the latest industry trends in both open source and commercial solutions. Supports determination of if-and-when to incorporate them into an IAC solution\nCommunicative, collaborative, and organized\nWilling and able to learn new tools, protocols, custom software, firmware, and hardware\nDesired Qualifications:\n\nThe following skills/experience, while not required, will significantly increase the likelihood of selection:\nProgramming in Ansible\nBash scripting\nPython\nContainer orchestration technologies\nRancher Kubernetes Engine 2 (RKE2)\nBest practices in DevSecOps, system administration, infrastructure network services (DNS, DHCP, PXE, NTP, etc.)\nSecurity concepts pertaining to one or more of: identity and access management (IAM), access control, secrets management, and/or any security products related to these concepts:\nSecurity architecture\nCloud security\nRed Hat IDM, Keycloak, HashiCorp Vault, Delinea/Centrify\nApplicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.\n\nPeraton 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 eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.\n\nSCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range\n\nDetails\nTarget Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. 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.\n\nBenefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.\n\nApplication Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.\n\nEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.","company":"Peraton","rawCompany":"peraton","city":"Fort Meade","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-09T08:36:07.541Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"17-2061.00","title":"Computer Hardware Engineers","slug":"computer-hardware-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"High Performance Computing Software Security Engineer, Journeyman Level","description":"About Peraton\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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.\n\nProgram OverviewTechnical SETA support for MPO intel analysis and data processing, tool modernization, high performance computing (HPC) and analytic systems engineering.\n\nAbout The Role\nPeraton is hiring a Journeyman High Performance Computing (HPC) Software Engineer (SWE) to perform security-related development aiding the government implementation of a large HPC-related program. This program is cutting edge and includes everything from HPC test planning and execution, architecture design and prototyping, and vendor outreach and collaboration support.\n\nOn this program, the HPC SWE personnel design, develop, test, deploy, document, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse software for HPC (high performance computing) systems based upon documented requirements. The HPC systems might include, but are not limited to, processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and systems which incorporate data repositories, data transport services, and application and systems development and monitoring.\n\nThis specific position requires an individual who has broad knowledge of computer security at the design and implementation level. The HPC SWE will work individually or as part of a team to:\n\nSupport Secure-the-Enterprise / Secure-the-Network (STE/STN) automation and monitoring sustainment including:\nFrontend hardening\nUtility front door and courier containers\nImplement container security in LatteArt Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM), Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) etc.\nRBAC and CMS product creation & sustainment:\nMapping of roles to permission sets\nImplement general solution security\nBackground hardening, as applicable\nSecurity reviews and audits for other team's products\nOn a day-to-day basis, the selected SWE will:\n\nDefine, develop, test, and deploy components of the solution\nWork with an Agile team to create and refine user stories and acceptance\nCollaborate with other team member to build and test software and hardware components\nParticipate in daily stand-up/scrums meetings\nConduct research, prototyping, and exploration activities\nDevelop, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse infrastructure as code (IaC) for large-scale computing systems\nWork with installation, configuration, testing, and operational management of system solutions.\n#AJCM\n\nQualifications\nRequired Qualifications:\n\nPosition requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.\nRequired Education / Experience requirements:\nHigh School Diploma or GED plus Nine (9) years of High Performance Computing Software Engineering experience, OR\nBachelor's degree in Math, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus seven (7) years of systems engineering experience, OR\nA Master's degree OR PhD in a in Math, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus five (5) years of systems engineering experience.\nIndividuals in this role must have the following skills/experience:\nLinux, Linux tools\nInfrastructure automation technology: Ansible, SaltStack, Puppet, Chef, Terraform, etc.\nWilling and able to learn Ansible\nAdapting to and adhering to project-specific Ansible coding standards\nFamiliar with and able to perform full software-development lifecycle support with version-control tools (Git, GitLab)\nWorks independently, as well as with a team, to ensure that all components are functioning properly\nStays abreast of the latest industry trends in both open source and commercial solutions. Supports determination of if-and-when to incorporate them into an IAC solution\nCommunicative, collaborative, and organized\nWilling and able to learn new tools, protocols, custom software, firmware, and hardware\nDesired Qualifications:\n\nThe following skills/experience, while not required, will significantly increase the likelihood of selection:\nProgramming in Ansible\nBash scripting\nPython\nContainer orchestration technologies\nRancher Kubernetes Engine 2 (RKE2)\nBest practices in DevSecOps, system administration, infrastructure network services (DNS, DHCP, PXE, NTP, etc.)\nSecurity concepts pertaining to one or more of: identity and access management (IAM), access control, secrets management, and/or any security products related to these concepts:\nSecurity architecture\nCloud security\nRed Hat IDM, Keycloak, HashiCorp Vault, Delinea/Centrify\nApplicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.\n\nPeraton 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 eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.\n\nSCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range\n\nDetails\nTarget Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. 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.\n\nBenefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.\n\nApplication Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. 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