Systems Engineer - Technology Governance

Job Locations US-VA-Chantilly
Requisition ID
2026-163135
Position Category
Engineering
Clearance
Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer Technology Governance professional to lead the evaluation, management, and deployment of technical solutions to support our customer's global operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a technology portfolio, governing and deploying technology, and ensuring seamless integration with the customer's mission needs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex governance processes.

 

Key Responsibilities:
1. Technical Portfolio Management: Evaluate commercially available technical solutions to determine their feasibility for deployment to the field, and operationalize selected solutions to meet the customer's governance and technical requirements.
2. Governance and Deployment: Obtain operational approval through the customer's governance process, including technical boards, to deploy solutions globally, and manage a portfolio of technologies used by the customer.
3. Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with the customer's governance policies and procedures, as well as relevant industry standards and regulations, and identify potential risks and opportunities associated with new technologies.
4. Strategic Guidance: Advise on the implementation of operational technology needs to support the customer's mission, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, and provide expert technical guidance on the integration of new technologies.
5. Technology Assessment and Planning: Research systems currently in use, identifying gaps, shortfalls, and anticipated obsolescence, and ensure coordinated decision-making and adequate resource allocation for the implementation of operational technology.
6. Governance Support: Assist the governance process in obtaining necessary data and risk information to inform decision-making.

 

Performance Metrics:
• Successfully deploy technical solutions to the field within established timelines and budgets.
• Maintain a high level of compliance with customer governance policies and procedures.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with new technologies.
• Provide strategic guidance to stakeholders on the implementation of operational technology needs.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the customer's technology landscape.

 

Requirements:
• Strong technical background in systems engineering and technology governance.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to navigate complex governance processes and influence stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

 

Soft Skills:
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Adaptability and flexibility in a rapidly changing environment.

Qualifications

  • TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required
  • Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD Strong technical background, with experience in managing complex technical projects and proven track record of successfully evaluating, operationalizing, and deploying technical; an additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate Experience working in a governance or compliance environment, with knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a strong focus on delivering results. Proactive self-starter able to support multiple efforts
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Cable writing

 

Desired Qualifications:

  • Prior experience in the field/overseas assignments.
  • Prior experience supporting senior level
  • Prior experience working across organizational boundaries to achieve mission

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

$146,000 - $234,000. 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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