Technical Security Program Manager

Peraton

. Design and implement security strategies aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $146,000 - $234,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing security strategies, managing large-scale federal IT security programs, and leading cross-functional teams in cloud environments. Proficient in risk assessment, compliance with federal cybersecurity frameworks, and delivering effective security awareness initiatives.

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Security Leadership ExperienceCloud Security ExpertiseProject Management Professional (PMP)Federal Cybersecurity Frameworks FamiliarityAgile and DevSecOps Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentVulnerability AnalysisIncident Response ManagementSecurity Strategy DevelopmentCloud Architecture UnderstandingSecurity Program ManagementContinuous Security MonitoringCompliance ManagementThreat IdentificationMitigation Planning

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationStakeholder ManagementTeam LeadershipAccountabilityContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

SIEM ToolsICAMCloud Security TechnologiesDevSecOps PipelinesIntegrated Cloud Services

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMCISAISO-related CredentialsProfessional Cloud Certifications

Industry Keywords

NISTISO 27001PCIGLBASOXFedRAMPFISMAZero Trust ArchitectureFederal IT SecurityHigh-Availability Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityPMPSwift

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement security strategies aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices
Identify security threats, analyze vulnerabilities, conduct risk assessments, and develop mitigation plans
Lead incident response and compliance teams and coordinate incident response activities
Ensure swift resolution of security breaches and compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, PCI, GLBA, and SOX
Lead cross-functional IT, engineering, legal, and operations teams in integrating security measures into business processes
Provide guidance, training, and oversight for security initiatives
Develop and manage employee security-awareness programs
Lead continuous security monitoring, vulnerability scanning, and program evaluation
Provide technical expertise in cloud security, SIEM tools, ICAM, and other security technologies
Manage security-program resources, scope, quality, and finances
Oversee adherence to government and industry regulations, FedRAMP, FISMA, and Zero Trust Architecture principles
Serve as primary point of contact for the CO, COR, and customer executive leaders
Collaborate with development, cybersecurity, operations, and data teams on DevSecOps pipelines and integrated cloud services
Translate federal civilian agency mission needs into technical and operational plans supporting availability, scalability, and modernization
Guide multidisciplinary teams and foster accountability, continuous improvement, and high-quality service delivery
Identify, mitigate, communicate, and manage risks, dependencies, and operational challenges
Provide clear and timely communication to government leadership about priorities, progress, and decisions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Ability to obtain and maintain the required Public Trust level clearance
Minimum 16 years of experience
15+ years of relevant security leadership experience managing large-scale federal IT security programs in a cloud environment
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or ISO-related credentials
Strong understanding of cloud architectures, networking, security, and cost optimization strategies
Proven ability to lead multi-cloud operations in high-availability, mission-critical environments
Deep familiarity with federal cybersecurity frameworks, including FISMA, FedRAMP, NIST SP 800-53, and Zero Trust
Experience implementing Agile and DevSecOps methodologies
Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and executive briefing skills
Ability to manage complex technical programs with competing priorities and evolving requirements
Demonstrated success leading diverse technical teams and subcontractors
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field (preferred)
Professional cloud certifications in AWS, Azure, or equivalent (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Health savings account
Short-term and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company-paid holidays
Potential eligibility for overtime
Potential eligibility for shift differential
Discretionary bonus eligibility