Security Researcher Jobs in Colorado Springs, CO

Peraton is delivering the next generation of mission‑critical command‑and‑control and enterprise software capabilities supporting the U.S. Government’s space communications infrastructure. Our team ensures these systems remain secure, resilient, and modern to meet evolving mission needs for the decade ahead.

As an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE), you will help design and implement security capabilities that protect complex software systems across the program. You will ensure proper application of security controls, including inherited controls from framework providers, and support the integration of cybersecurity requirements into system architectures. In this role, you will partner closely with engineering teams to maintain compliance, strengthen system defenses, and advance mission assurance.

What you’ll do:

• Apply cybersecurity engineering practices to define, implement, and validate security controls within software‑based systems.
• Evaluate and document control inheritance from framework providers and ensure proper integration into program security requirements.
• Support system architecture activities by identifying security risks, recommending mitigations, and ensuring alignment with applicable standards.
• Conduct analysis of security requirements, system configurations, and technical documentation to ensure compliance with program and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to support secure design, continuous monitoring activities, and security‑relevant technical decisions.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates degree and 10+ years of experience in a Systems Engineering related field; OR 8+ years of experience with a BS/BA in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; OR 6+ years with MS/MA; OR 3+ years with PhD. Four (4) years of additional work experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree
• This position requires the candidate possess a minimum of Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to TS/SCI. The candidate must maintain the clearance
• Experience performing cybersecurity or information systems security engineering activities in a software or system engineering environment.
• Knowledge of security control frameworks such as NIST SP 800‑53, including experience applying and documenting inherited security controls from framework providers.
• Experience conducting technical security activities such as system hardening, vulnerability remediation, configuration review, or continuous monitoring within Linux and/or Windows environments.
• Ability to develop or review security documentation, including control implementation statements, system security artifacts, and compliance evidence, as well as proficiency using tools or platforms that support security engineering or compliance tracking.

Desired Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain security considerations to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within cross‑disciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a complex program environment.

Benefits:

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 eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan

Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. 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.

Benefits 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.

Application Statements: 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. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity.