Risk Manager - TELECOM

Peraton • Chantilly, VA

5d

About The Position

At Peraton, we advance the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA’s Business, National Airspace, and Technical Computing Services (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, we deliver the systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe and connected.
We’re looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. Here, you won’t just support the mission — you’ll define it, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.
About the Role: Risk Manager – TELECOM
Location: Chantilly, VA
As a Risk Manager on our TELECOM team, you will play a critical role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across IT and telecom programs. You’ll maintain risk registers, conduct impact analyses, and support governance reviews, ensuring that our programs operate smoothly and securely. You will collaborate with stakeholders to implement risk controls and continuously monitor their effectiveness — keeping our systems resilient and our skies safe.
What You’ll Do:
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across IT and telecom programs.
Maintain and update risk registers to track and prioritize potential issues.
Conduct impact analyses and support governance reviews.
Collaborate with stakeholders to implement effective risk controls and monitor outcomes.
Ensure compliance with FAA and Peraton standards, supporting mission-critical initiatives.
What We’re Looking For:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience in IT, telecom, or risk management roles.
Ability to communicate risks and mitigation strategies clearly to stakeholders.
Passion for mission-driven work and improving national infrastructure.
Why Peraton?
At Peraton, your work has real-world impact. You’ll be part of a team that keeps our nation’s airspace safe and efficient, working on complex, cutting-edge systems. We offer opportunities for career growth, collaboration, and innovation in a supportive, mission-focused environment.
If you’re ready to take your career to new heights and make a tangible difference in aviation, we want you on our team.

Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years in risk management, with a track record of identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks.
• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field OR an additional 4 years of experience is required
• Skills & Expertise:
• Advanced Excel for data analysis, reporting, and visualization.
• Strong ability to interpret complex data and turn it into actionable insights.
• Proven experience designing efficient workflows and optimizing processes for compliance and performance.
• Clearance: Ability to obtain a Public Trust.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications: PMI-RMP or CRISC.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across IT and telecom programs.
• Maintain and update risk registers to track and prioritize potential issues.
• Conduct impact analyses and support governance reviews.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement effective risk controls and monitor outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with FAA and Peraton standards, supporting mission-critical initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level