Web Designer

Peraton is seeking a Web Designer in our Linthicum, MD office in support of our Department of Defense (DoD) customer as part of a highly talented, highly motivated, and high-performing team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of cyber investigations, digital forensics, cyber threat analysis, and mission support in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will contribute to protecting national security interests by leveraging technical expertise, analytical skills, and innovative problem-solving to address complex cyber challenges.

Individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity, committed to excellence, and eager to make a meaningful impact are encouraged to apply.

The Web Designer is responsible for creating visually appealing, user-friendly, and accessible web designs for websites, web applications, SharePoint, social media, and other digital interfaces. This role requires a strong understanding of user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) principles, graphic design, and web technologies. The successful candidate will be a creative and collaborative individual with a passion for creating intuitive and engaging online experiences that meet the specific needs of DoW/AF personnel and the public.

This position works closely with developers, content creators, and stakeholders to ensure the design aligns with project requirements and DoW/AF standards.

• Design and develop visually appealing and user-friendly website and web application interfaces, adhering to established style guides and branding guidelines.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to effectively communicate design ideas and user flows.
• Develop user interface (UI) elements and components that are consistent across different platforms and devices.
• Translate user needs and business requirements into intuitive and functional designs.
• Ensure designs are responsive and optimized for various screen sizes (desktop, tablet, mobile).

• Conduct user research and analysis to understand user needs, behaviors, and goals.
• Develop user personas, journey maps, and user flows to inform design decisions.
• Conduct usability testing and gather feedback to improve the user experience.
• Apply UX principles to create intuitive and engaging interfaces that are easy to navigate and use.

• Create high-quality graphics, icons, and other visual elements to enhance the user experience.
• Maintain brand consistency across all digital assets.
• Ensure all visual elements are optimized for web performance.
• Develop infographics and other visual aids to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner.

• Design websites and web applications that are accessible to users with disabilities, adhering to accessibility standards such as WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines).
• Ensure all designs meet Section 508 compliance requirements.
• Conduct accessibility testing and remediation.

• Collaborate with developers, content creators, and stakeholders to ensure design aligns with project requirements and technical feasibility.
• Present design concepts and solutions to stakeholders in a clear and persuasive manner.
• Gather and incorporate feedback from stakeholders to refine designs.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to the overall success of the project.

• Stay abreast of the latest web design trends and technologies.
• Maintain a portfolio of design work.
• Contribute to the development of design guidelines and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  Minimum of 10 years experience with Associate's degree;
  Minimum of 8 years experience with Bachelor's degree;
  Minimum of 6 years experience with Master's degree;
  Minimum of 3 years experience with PhD. A degree in one of these fields is highly desired:
  Graphic Design, Web Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field. However, four years of additional relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.

• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, XD).
• Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) such as AFPIMS, AWS, or similar.
• Experience with wire framing and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD).
• Knowledge of responsive design principles and…