Operations Specialist

Peraton
Chantilly, Virginia 20152 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 06, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Federal Government
  • Summary

    Responsibilities

    Peraton is seeking an experienced Operations Specialist, proven to excel in high operational tempo environments, to drive mission execution in support of national security objectives. The ideal candidate will have experience directly supporting the Intelligence Community. You are a strategic collaborator, ensuring coordination with partners across the spectrum of government to stay ahead of the threat. You thrive in complex situations and are capable of considering the whole picture, even in times of stress, to maintain excellent performance. You are comfortable taking limited direction to support your customer's ability to maintain operational readiness in a dynamic environment. You establish and maintain excellent, collaborative working relationships with executive leaders, soliciting and incorporating feedback in a thoughtful, professional manner.

    Qualifications

    Required Qualifications
    • Active, current TS/SCI with polygraph
    • Minimum of 12 years relevant experience with BS/BA
    • Possess a background supporting national security objectives in operational and/or watch-type roles
    • Proven ability to maintain around-the-clock situational awareness of activities, events, etc. impacting mission readiness and continuity
    • Demonstrated experience successfully working across organizational silos to support whole-of-government activities
    • Ability to confidently engage partners in a professional, collaborative manner
    • Excellent organizational and time management skills
    Desired Qualifications
    • Willingness to work a non-standard shift schedule to support 24x7x365 operations
    • Experience leading teams by participating in hiring and onboarding, driving individual and team performance, supporting growth and development, etc.


    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 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. 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 can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

    Target Salary Range

    $176,000 - $282,000. 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

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

    Responsibilities

    Peraton is seeking an experienced Operations Specialist, proven to excel in high operational tempo environments, to drive mission execution in support of national security objectives. The ideal candidate will have experience directly supporting the Intelligence Community. You are a strategic collaborator, ensuring coordination with partners across the spectrum of government to stay ahead of the threat. You thrive in complex situations and are capable of considering the whole picture, even in times of stress, to maintain excellent performance. You are comfortable taking limited direction to support your customer's ability to maintain operational readiness in a dynamic environment. You establish and maintain excellent, collaborative working relationships with executive leaders, soliciting and incorporating feedback in a thoughtful, professional manner.

    Qualifications

    Required Qualifications
    • Active, current TS/SCI with polygraph
    • Minimum of 12 years relevant experience with BS/BA
    • Possess a background supporting national security objectives in operational and/or watch-type roles
    • Proven ability to maintain around-the-clock situational awareness of activities, events, etc. impacting mission readiness and continuity
    • Demonstrated experience successfully working across organizational silos to support whole-of-government activities
    • Ability to confidently engage partners in a professional, collaborative manner
    • Excellent organizational and time management skills
    Desired Qualifications
    • Willingness to work a non-standard shift schedule to support 24x7x365 operations
    • Experience leading teams by participating in hiring and onboarding, driving individual and team performance, supporting growth and development, etc.


    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 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. 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 can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

    Target Salary Range

    $176,000 - $282,000. 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

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