Cybersecurity Test Engineer

Join Peraton in advancing the safety efficiency and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAAs 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 nations skies safe and connected.

Were 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 worlds most vital transportation infrastructures working alongside leaders in aviation engineering data science and systems integration.

At Peraton you wont just support the mission youll define it.

Help shape the future of U.S. airspace safety and efficiency. We are seeking aCybersecurity Test Engineer to join our team of qualified diverse individuals. The ideal candidate willdesign execute and document security testing for theFederal Aviation Administration (FAA). In this role you will supportverification validation and compliance activitiesby 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 thehighest standards of safety resiliency and cybersecurity compliance.

• Develop and executetest plans test cases and test scriptsfor cybersecurity validation.

• Performpenetration testing vulnerability assessments and security control validation.

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

• Collaborate with engineers and architects to ensuresecure design and implementation.

• Conductfunctional regression and performance testingon cybersecurity features.

• Validate compliance withNIST 800-53 RMF FedRAMP FISMA and FAA cybersecurity standards.

• Document test results preparetest reports and support remediation activities.

• Integrate security testing intoDevSecOps pipelines and CI/CD workflows.

• Provide recommendations forimproving security posturebased on test findings.

• Prepareaudit-ready test documentationfor compliance reviews.

Why This Role Matters

The FAA is the cornerstone of aviation safety and Test Engineerplays 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 willstrengthen national aviation infrastructure protect sensitive data and maintain public trust in U.S. air travel systems.

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelors degree and 12 years of experience or Masters degree and 10 years or or Associates degree and 14 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 16 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 asCEH OSCP CISSP CompTIA PenTest or GIAC certifications.

• Experience supportingFAA DOT DHS DoD or other federal cybersecurity programs.

• Background intesting safety-critical or mission-critical systems.

• Familiarity withNextGen FAA modernization initiativesand aviation systems testing.

• Experience withautomated test frameworks(Selenium JUnit PyTest) for security validation.

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

• Knowledge ofFAA systems or federal aviation cybersecurity requirementsis highly desirable.

#BNATC

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.