Risk Analysis Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Risk Analysis Engineer with Security Clearance
Location: Annapolis Junction

About Peraton 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. About

The Role Peraton Labs is seeking a Risk Analysis Engineer to develop automated risk analysis capabilities including risk register management, risk identification from unstructured sources, Monte Carlo simulation, and cross-portfolio risk cascade modeling. Enables program offices to move from reactive risk management to proactive, data-driven risk intelligence.

Key Responsibilities
* Build risk register management capabilities: creation, tracking, scoring, mitigation planning, and closure workflows

* Develop automated risk identification from unstructured sources (meeting notes, emails, briefings) using NLP-extracted signals

* Implement Monte Carlo simulation engines for schedule risk analysis (SRA) and cost risk analysis

* Design risk scoring models that combine traditional likelihood/impact matrices with NLP-detected risk signals

* Build risk interconnection mapping that models how risks cascade across programs within a portfolio

* Develop risk trend analysis and burn-down tracking

* Implement risk reporting and visualization data outputs (risk matrices, tornado diagrams, S-curves)

* Collaborate with PM Domain Analysts to validate risk models against established frameworks#peratonx Qualifications

Required Qualifications
* 5+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years with a Master's degree, or a PhD in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field;
Master's preferred

* History of professional software engineering experience with quantitative analysis or risk modeling focus

* Strong Python proficiency; experience with statistical computing (Num Py, Sci Py, pandas)

* Experience with Monte Carlo simulation and probabilistic modeling

* Understanding of risk management frameworks and methodologies

* Experience with data visualization for analytical outputs

* Strong mathematical and statistical reasoning skills

* US Citizenship with the ability to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with defense program risk management (DoD Risk, Issue, and Opportunity Management Guide)

* Familiarity with schedule risk analysis tools (Polaris, Primavera Risk Analysis)

* Experience with Bayesian networks or causal modeling

* Knowledge of portfolio risk aggregation techniques
Details Target Salary Range: $86,000 - $138,000. 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  Application Statements:
The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity.

EEO:

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