Responsibilities: Peraton is looking for a Regional Cyber Security Officer (RCSO) to become part of Peraton's Department of State (DoS) Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program providing leading cyber and technology security experience to enable innovative, effective, and secure business processes. Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS), Directorate of Cyber and Technology Security (DS/CTS), provides quality and timely cybersecurity assessment (CSA) support and assistance to posts worldwide. RCSO's are cyber security consultants and experts whose core function is to support and implement the cyber security policies of the Department of StateRCSO's secure the Department's critical information infrastructure by ensuring that classified and unclassified networks are installed, maintained, operated, and secured in accordance with the current Department and US Government regulations. The CSA goals are to objectively determine conformance with regulations; provide post a cohesive and detailed computer and systems security improvement plan; as well as document the constructive results The RCSO role will be in Beltsville, MD with support in Northern VA and Washington DC Responsibilities: Assist RCSOs remotely and on-site in performing security assessments of classified, unclassified, networked telephone, building management, and other networked systems at assigned postsPrior to and during cybersecurity assessments, monitor assigned posts' compliance with established operating procedures for data access controls, storage, transmission, and destruction of dataProvide technical assistance to RCSOs in support of criminal, counterintelligence, and countermeasures cybersecurity investigationsProvide administrative assistance for RCSO technology requestsProvide analytical support in reviewing RCSO generated reports for completion, timeliness, accuracy, and follow-on coordination of corrective actionsMaintain security tools, RCSO Source assessment checklists, and related servers to include research, testing, and secure configuration of new hardware/software to meet constantly evolving cyber assessment needsProvide remote and on-site scanning and data analysis for Posts systems and DOS programs in support of the RCSO Assessment process at overseas and domestic facilitiesAssist coordination of RCSO travel, local operating fund budget and equipment budget based on a four-year refresh of hardware and softwareProvide RCSO education planning and coordination of courses and specialized training to meet established program training goalsConduct onsite planning, organization, and administration support for the RCSO In-Service Briefing (held periodically at both domestic and overseas locations)Support specialized projects and other duties as assigned Qualifications: Basic Requirements:A Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience. 4 additional years of experience can be used in lieu of degree requirement. Active Top Secret security clearance.Experience in network and system administration, tools development and assessing cyber hygiene.Experience maintaining security tools and assessment checklists to include research, testing, and secure configuration of new hardware/software to meet constantly evolving cyber assessment needsAt least one of the following certifications:CySA+Security+CCNACCNA SecurityCEHITILvOr similar certificationDesired skills:Experience with any of the following tools:NMapSplunkTaniumPowershell Peraton Overview: Peraton 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 and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence, space, cyber, defense, civilian, health, and state and local markets. Every day, our employees do the can't be done, solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Veteran. For Colorado Residents: Colorado Salary Minimum: $54,200 Colorado Salary Maximum: $131,500 The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position, and is just one component of Peraton's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Peraton provides a variety of benefits to employees.