Cybersecurity Test Engineer Job at Peraton, Washington DC

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  • Peraton
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Program Overview

About The Role

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

We’re looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world’s most vital transportation infrastructures, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.

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

Help shape the future of U.S. airspace safety and efficiency. We are seeking a  Cybersecurity Test Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will design, execute, and document security testing for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). In this role, you will support verification, validation, and compliance activities by developing test plans, identifying vulnerabilities, and validating the effectiveness of security controls across FAA systems. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain in-depth experience in federal contracting while supporting high-visibility aviation programs.

In this position, you will:

collaborate with engineers, architects, and program teams to ensure FAA systems meet the highest standards of safety, resiliency, and cybersecurity compliance.

  • Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for cybersecurity validation.

  • Perform penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and security control validation.

  • Support verification and validation (V&V) of FAA system security requirements.

  • Collaborate with engineers and architects to ensure secure design and implementation.

  • Conduct functional, regression, and performance testing on cybersecurity features.

  • Validate compliance with NIST 800-53, RMF, FedRAMP, FISMA, and FAA cybersecurity standards.

  • Document test results, prepare test reports, and support remediation activities.

  • Integrate security testing into DevSecOps pipelines and CI/CD workflows.

  • Provide recommendations for improving security posture based on test findings.

  • Prepare audit-ready test documentation for compliance reviews.

Why This Role Matters

The FAA is the cornerstone of aviation safety and innovation. The Cybersecurity Test Engineer plays a vital role in validating that FAA systems are resilient against cyber threats. By ensuring that vulnerabilities are identified and mitigated before deployment, your work will strengthen national aviation infrastructure, protect sensitive data, and maintain public trust in U.S. air travel systems.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • U.S. Citizenship Required.
  • Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
  • Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience or Masters degree and 6 years or or Associate’s degree and 10 years’ experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 12 years experience.  
  • Hands-on experience with cybersecurity testing and/or cyber defense.
  • Proficiency in vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7, or equivalent).
  • Familiarity with security test automation tools and frameworks.
  • Strong knowledge of NIST RMF and NIST 800-53 security controls.

  • Experience integrating security testing into DevSecOps pipelines.
  • Strong understanding of public key infrastructure (PKI), encryption, and authentication protocols.

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience.
  • Professional certifications such as  C EH, OSCP, CISSP, CompTIA PenTest+, or GIAC certifications.

  • Experience supporting FAA, DOT, DHS, DoD, or other federal cybersecurity programs.

  • Background in testing safety-critical or mission-critical systems.

  • Familiarity with NextGen FAA modernization initiatives and aviation systems testing.

  • Experience with automated test frameworks (Selenium, JUnit, PyTest) for security validation.

  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to document and present test findings.

  • Knowledge of FAA systems or federal aviation cybersecurity requirements is highly desirable.

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Details

Target 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.

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

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