Senior Cyber Systems Architect - TELECOM

Responsibilities

Cyber Systems Architect - BNATCS/TELECOM

This position is required to be on-site, primarily located in Herndon, VA, with an alternate work location available in Bowie, MD. Candidates must be able to work on-site at one of these locations based on program requirements.

Shape the Future of America’s Skies

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the Federal Aviation Administration’s Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the FAA, we help deliver the mission-critical systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe, secure, and connected.

We are seeking a Cyber Systems Architect to provide visionary leadership in enterprise cyber architecture for next-generation telecommunications systems supporting air traffic management.

At Peraton, you won’t just support the mission — you’ll define it.

What You’ll Do

As a Cyber Systems Architect, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership for enterprise-wide cyber architecture across telecommunications systems.

• Shape and drive long-term security roadmaps and advanced defensive capabilities.

• Lead cross-program integration of cyber controls, ensuring alignment with mission priorities.

• Oversee threat modeling strategies and strengthen incident response integration.

• Mentor and guide fellow architects and engineers to elevate architectural excellence.

• Influence senior stakeholders on investment strategies, policy decisions, and architecture trade-offs.

Your work will directly impact one of the world’s most vital transportation infrastructures — the system that safely moves millions of passengers and billions in commerce every day.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking innovative professionals who:

• Thrive in mission-critical, high-availability environments

• Think strategically about enterprise cybersecurity architecture

• Excel at collaborating across engineering, aviation, data science, and integration teams

• Communicate effectively with technical leaders and executive stakeholders

• Are passionate about modernizing and securing complex national infrastructure

Why Join Peraton?

• Work on transformative systems supporting the National Airspace System

• Contribute to one of the most significant modernization efforts in U.S. aviation

• Collaborate with leaders in aviation, cybersecurity, engineering, and systems integration

• Influence the future of secure air traffic management

This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to architect the security foundation of America’s next-generation air traffic control system.

If you're ready to lead, innovate, and make a lasting national impact, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 12+ years of experience in cyber architecture or engineering, with a strong track record of guiding senior stakeholders and leading high-impact architecture reviews.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field (an additional 4 years of experience can be counted in lieu of the degree )

• CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent certification demonstrating deep cybersecurity expertise.

• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to transform complex data into clear, actionable intelligence and compelling reports.

• US Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing efficient workflows and optimizing processes to enhance compliance, performance, and mission outcomes.

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Peraton Overview

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.

Target Salary Range

$146,000 - $234,000. 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.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.