Cloud Test Engineer, Lead Associate

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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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit  to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Provides IC data management support to modernize mega data repositories, dataflow management, data provenance and compliance validation, and streaming solutions.

Cloud Test Engineer - Cyber Missions Team
Annapolis Junction, MD

Peraton is seeking a talented Cloud Test Engineer to join our mission‑driven Cyber Missions team in Annapolis Junction, MD. In this role, you'll play a critical part in ensuring the quality, reliability, and security of cutting‑edge cloud solutions that support high‑impact missions.

As a Cloud Test Engineer, you will lead testing efforts across task‑order initiatives, working hands‑on with applications transitioning to, or already operating within the AWS cloud environment
. You'll collaborate with solution providers and technical teams to validate functionality, performance, and integration readiness for production.

• Lead and execute testing efforts for cloud-based applications and infrastructure
• Perform configuration and functional testing for applications deployed in AWS
• Conduct both manual and automated testing to ensure high-quality solutions
• Validate deployment of code and infrastructure using modern Dev Ops tools
• Test and support cloud deployments utilizing Terraform, Kubernetes, and Docker
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless integration into AWS production environments

• Work on meaningful cyber missions with real‑world impact
• Use modern cloud and Dev Ops technologies in a fast‑paced environment
• Collaborate with skilled engineers and innovators
• Grow your expertise in cloud testing, automation, and infrastructure‑as‑code

• 5+ years of experience as a Test Engineer on similar programs or contracts
• Bachelor's degree in Math, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management, or related field (or 4 additional years of TE experience in lieu of degree)
• Experience developing and maintaining test plans, test cases, and automated tests
• Proficient in manual testing and analyzing/interpreting test results
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve automation issues
• Skilled in creating bug tickets and collaborating with cross‑disciplinary teams
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required

• Experience with test automation tools or willingness to learn
• Familiarity with software integration and writing automated tests
• Knowledge of web technologies and databases or willingness to learn
• Experience designing and executing automated testing systems
• Ability to replicate errors and analyze test data for system performance and efficiency

Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. 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.

Benefits Statement:
Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

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