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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 peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. About The Role Intelligence is only as effective as its ability to communicate - and at USCYBERCOM, that means transforming complex, multi-source analysis into compelling visual products that inform decisions at the highest levels. Peraton is seeking a Graphics Developer/Designer to support USCYBERCOM J2 intelligence production at Fort Meade, MD, providing expert graphic design and layout solutions that bring analytic content to life across interactive, multimedia, and finished intelligence products. In this role, you'll work hand-in-hand with analysts and subject matter experts to understand their requirements and translate complex intelligence into clear, visually compelling products - from diagrams and infographics to multimedia presentations and high-visibility finished intelligence. You'll manage the full production lifecycle, from concept through publication, ensuring every product meets IC style standards and is optimized for its intended audience. This is a senior-level role for a creative professional who combines deep expertise in professional design tools with a working knowledge of the intelligence production environment - and who understands that in this mission space, how information looks is as important as what it says.
What You'll Do * Provide graphic design and layout solutions for intelligence products, including developing illustrations, editing existing images, managing fonts, and applying advanced pre-publication techniques
* Integrate graphics with text, audio, and video to support interactive and multimedia high-visibility finished intelligence products
* Develop graphics and diagrams associated with USCYBERCOM J2 intelligence production
* Work collaboratively with analysts to understand requirements and enhance analytic thoughts through graphic and layout solutions
* Research and collect information from internal and external stakeholder subject matter experts
* Analyze, interpret, and cross-check information for accuracy; organize information and determine optimum presentation methods
* Ensure current style guides and applicable publications policies are followed
* Supervise the production process for completed materials across digital and print media
* Document Operating Instructions (OIs) for Command-wide programs and initiatives as assigned
#USCCJ2 Qualifications What You Bring Required: * Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) clearance with Polygraph
* Minimum of 16 years w/oa degree or 14 years with AS/AA or 12 years with BS/BA or 10 years with MS/MA or 7 years with Phd
* Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects)
* Experience with Apple Final Cut Pro X for video production and editing
* Proficiency with Apple Mac hardware platforms
* Working knowledge of graphic design principles, layout design, and IC/DoD classification guidelines
* Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality visual products for intelligence and defense audiences
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
* Strong attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively with analysts and subject matter expertsPreferred: * Background in intelligence product design, infographic development, or multimedia production
* Experience producing graphics for classified intelligence products in accordance with IC style guides
* Familiarity with IC publication standards and finished intelligence product formats
* 12+ years of relevant experience, including work within the last 2 years
* Master's degree in a related field - or a Bachelor's degree plus 5 additional years of senior-level experience (17 years total)Peraton drives missions of consequence - protecting and promoting U.S. national security at the highest levels. As part of our team, you'll work alongside some of the most skilled professionals in the intelligence community, tackling complex problems that matter. We offer a culture that values your expertise and invests in your growth. Details 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 https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits. 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. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate's own. EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.