Manager, Technology Program Management

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. 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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face.

Program Overview

Provides technical targeting and all-source intelligence analysis to support the Client across the entire intelligence lifecycle. Delivers expertise in areas such as threat analysis, cybersecurity, signals analysis, and network intrusion, delivering mission-critical support for every aspect of the mission.

About the Role

Responsible for the successful technical, schedule, and cost performance of a major program, or multiple programs, through subordinate program/project managers, in accordance with contract requirements and company policies, procedures and guidelines. Acquires follow-on business associated with areas of responsibility and supports new business development by leading major proposals personally, or through subordinate program/project managers. Manages a directorate within a division. Has supervisory and developmental responsibilities within a functional area.

• Manages one or more projects or programs, may manage an operating office, and supervises professional and technical personnel performing in their customary disciplines.
• Maintains aggressive efforts to achieve objectives.
• Acts as a technical liaison with vendors.
• Assists in proposal process and coordinates with Pricing Department when required.
• Responsible for all phases of the program budget.
• Performs analysis for contract reviews with various software.
• Develops Quality Assurance Programs for all products and services.
• Assigns staff and provides technical direction as necessary to complete tasks.
• Monitors contract, subcontract, and funding; prepares forecasts of program financial performance.
• Develops and delivers required contract, departmental, project and/or financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee digital forensics and cyber investigations in support of national intelligence or law enforcement customers.
• Manage the full forensic lifecycle: collection, preservation, examination, analysis, and reporting.
• Conduct performance reviews, set goals, and manage personnel actions in coordination with HR.
• Prioritize and manage multiple concurrent forensic investigations and tasking requests.
• Interface with government customers, COTRs, and senior stakeholders on technical matters.
• Communicate complex forensic findings to both technical and non-technical audiences through written reports, oral briefings, and formal presentations.
• Mentor and develop a team of forensic analysts at varying experience levels.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 8 years of experience in digital forensics, cyber investigations, or a closely related technical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of direct people management or team lead experience in an IC or DoD environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing forensic operations in support of national intelligence or law enforcement customers.

Technology Experience

• Proficiency in industry-standard forensic tools and platforms, including but not limited to:
  • EnCase, FTK (Forensic Toolkit), Cellebrite, Magnet AXIOM, X-Ways
  • Volatility or equivalent memory forensics tools
  • Network forensics tools (Wireshark, NetworkMiner, etc.)
• Working knowledge of file systems, operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS), and mobile device forensics.
• Familiarity with cloud forensics methodologies and evidence handling in virtualized environments.
• Understanding of malware analysis concepts and reverse engineering fundamentals.
• Knowledge of chain of custody requirements and forensic evidence handling standards.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team of forensic analysts at varying experience levels.

Management Experience

• Experience conducting performance reviews, setting goals, and managing personnel actions in coordination with HR.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent forensic investigations and tasking requests.
• Experience interfacing with government customers, COTRs, and senior stakeholders on technical matters.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex forensic findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph required.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred; equivalent IC experience considered in lieu of advanced degree.

Pay

Target salary range: $135,000 - $216,000. 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.

Benefits

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and health savings account
• Short/long term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Parental leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
• Company-paid holidays

A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.