Architectural Engineer - Peraton
Bethesda, MD
About the Job
Responsibilities
Providing services in research and reviewing the design, development, construction, alteration or repair of diplomatic buildings and/or structures to ensure appropriate security of the construction project.
Duties include:• Review project plans, Construction Security Plans, construction blueprints, architectural drawings, and technical data to determine compliance with relevant Department of State (DoS) and Intelligence Community (IC) standards.• Provide advice and guidance to federal leadership on recommended changes and solutions to correct security deficiencies.• Collaborating with project stakeholders on proposed solutions and design remediation.• Assist project stakeholders with the preparation of Congressional certification or internal confirmation packages.• Respond to Requests for Information, providing engineering/architectural insight on potential technical security vulnerabilities including electrical power systems and red/black isolation.• Review and report on construction Security Plans for compliance with all relevant DOS and IC standards• Provide consulting advice and written recommendations regarding proposed changes to policies and standards• Providing support to the Congressional security certification process for US diplomatic facilities• Provide architectural/engineering input to draft policies, best practices, and studies
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.• Associates degree and 10+ years of experience; OR Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience; OR Master’s Degree and 6+ years of experience. Or 3 years with PhD. However, four (4) years of additional relevant experience or specialized training will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.• Experience reviewing project plans, construction Security Plans, architectural drawings, and/or technical data to determine compliance with applicable laws and regulations.• Deep and practical understanding of secure USG facilities construction, maintenance, and operation in overseas environments.• In-depth understanding of architectural and security technical principles, theories, concepts and their application across range of programs.• Capability with resolving highly complex problems using significant application of technical knowledge, conceptualizing, reasoning and interpretation.• Develop solutions that are highly innovative, and achieved through research and integration of best practices.• Ability to communicate with executive leadership (internally or client) regarding matters of significant importance to the organization/project.• Work collaboratively across multiple U.S. Government IC agencies and Department of State to successfully advocate practices, new concepts, and approaches.• Read and interpret blueprints and design documents for large, complex facilitiesDesired Skills/Experience:• Experience managing construction projects for U.S. diplomatic facilities overseas• Experience installing/designing secure power systems for Intelligence Community facilities and/or US Embassies• Experience with drafting, reviewing, approving, or implementing DoS or IC Construction Security Plans• Working knowledge of DoS construction security policies contained in the FAM/FAH• Working knowledge of ICD 705 requirements• Experience working with the IC• Deep understanding of red/black power isolation and grounding requirements.• Working knowledge of electric power generation systems and components, electronic controls, fuel systems, and life and safety.
Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.
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.
