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Assistant Operations Manager Active Top Secret

Peraton


Job Location:

Washington, AR - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 86000 - 138000
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Responsibilities

Title: Assistant Operations Manager Cyber Operations

Location: Peraton Washington DC (On-site)

Peraton is seeking an Assistant Operations Manager to support its Federal Strategic Cyber group in Washington DC. This role provides direct support to the Operations Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations of a 24x7 Cyber Operations Center with a focus on team development process improvement and mission delivery.

In this role you will:

  • Support the Operations Manager in overseeing Cyber Operations Center resources to ensure optimal performance across incoming customer inquiries projects and administrative responsibilities.
  • Assist in developing and maintaining a requirements measurement framework providing feedback to team members on customer service communication and technical skills to enhance deliverable quality.
  • Serve as the first line of resolution for daily operational issues escalating complex or high-impact matters to the Operations Manager as appropriate.
  • Support team lead development by mentoring coaching and assisting in setting technical goals to sustain a high-performance operational environment.
  • Assist with the preparation and maintenance of documented processes procedures and performance metrics in support of operational and contractual requirements.
  • Support the development and updating of plans for deliverables including metric collection training and exercise preparation.
  • Contribute to the production of high-quality deliverables such as white papers briefings and recommendations for senior U.S. government officials.
  • Help maintain high employee morale by fostering a collaborative mission-focused team culture.
  • Support the Operations Manager in budget preparation business planning and administrative functions.
  • Conduct focused analyses to support the identification refinement and prioritization of Cyber Operations requirements.
  • Work effectively with a diverse group of Information Technology and Security professionals across U.S. government agencies foreign governments and the private sector.

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Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree and a minimum of 6 years experience.
  • Minimum of 4 years of Cybersecurity Operations Exercise or Training experience.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting or contributing to a cybersecurity function or planning operation.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI is required.
    • Selected candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a favorably adjudicated DHS background investigation (EOD) for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 4 years of specific related Cyber Operations experience ideally.
  • 8 or more years of overall experience.
  • DHS Suitability at the SCI level.
  • CompTIA Security certification.
  • Microsoft Access and/or Database Management experience.
  • Experience in a 24x7 operations center environment supporting federal or national security missions.
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 worlds 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 cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range
$86000 - $138000. 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 individuals 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.

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