Cybersecurity Engineer (Connection Approval/PPSM, Compliance, Standards and Strategy Support)

AGE Solutions • Fort Meade, MD

1d • $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

AGE Solutions is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to provide Connection Approval (PPSM) support and agency-level compliance support for IT and cyber standards and strategy for a DoD customer. The position supports PPSM operations, cybersecurity policy development, governance, compliance monitoring, and related stakeholder coordination. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of Ft. Meade, Maryland, and work full-time onsite.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in an IT-related field, or equivalent experience.
• DoD 8570 IA Technical (IAT) Level II certification.
• Two years of experience specifically working in cybersecurity policy development roles.
• Five years of overall experience in a cybersecurity or network security position.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Must have and maintain an active DoD Top Secret clearance.
• Demonstrable experience with network security, ports and protocols, firewalls, and boundary protection.
• Understanding of network architectures, LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, routing, and switching.
• Understanding of 8551.01, DISA security policies, and compliance monitoring.
• Understanding of Windows, Linux, and Unix environments.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, NAT, VPNs, and routing protocols.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus, Qualys, or Rapid7, including configuring them for optimal performance.
• Advanced understanding of CVEs, CVSS scoring, and resources such as NVD or Exploit DB.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and interpreting security policies, procedures, standards, CONOPS, and governance documents.
• Ability to prepare technical documentation, strategic briefings, and governance materials for senior-level DoD boards.
• Proficiency in knowledge management best practices using tools such as SharePoint, Confluence, or Wikis.
• Must reside within commuting distance of Ft. Meade, Maryland, and work a full-time onsite schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced proficiency in PPSM Registry management, eMASS, and DISA DMZ Whitelist processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor PPSM support phone lines and mailbox.
• Develop and establish support requirements for sharing data with and from other repositories.
• Manage PPSM Registry user accounts, database data entry, and exports to external database administrators.
• Deliver PPSM CCB/TAG read-ahead materials to the PPSM community before meetings.
• Provide subject matter expertise at meetings and conferences and document insights in after-action reports or memoranda for record.
• Design and implement PPSM system security measures and metrics.
• Monitor and manage communications and suspense-task tracking.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of reports, including DSAWG slides, TAG/CCB minutes, and FA reports.
• Manage PPSM phone and email systems on SIPRNet and NIPRNet in accordance with SOPs.
• Respond to inquiries and registration requests for ports, protocols, and services.
• Prepare and support monthly PPSM CCB/TAG meetings, including logistics, materials, and documentation.
• Maintain and update PPSM websites and publish official documents and reports.
• Provide monthly performance metrics to the Government.
• Develop technical papers on PPSM and cybersecurity-related topics.
• Communicate deliverables with PPSM leadership and stakeholders.
• Distribute TRPs, TAG comments, CCB vote results, and other documents as directed.
• Create graphics for PPSM meetings and presentations.
• Process non-DoD PPSM registrations through Federal DMZ and NIPRNet Gateways.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities across PPSM processes.
• Apply knowledge of DoD assessment resources and policies to support development of DISA cybersecurity directives and strategies.
• Maintain cybersecurity policy content on DISA’s SPO site and alternate platforms.
• Develop and maintain standardized procedures for drafting and finalizing policy documents.
• Use DISA and DoD tools to generate compliance reports.
• Monitor compliance activities, report anomalies or trends, and document lessons learned.
• Coordinate working groups to address stakeholder feedback and resolve input in comment matrices.
• Track and complete assigned action items from meetings and working groups in collaboration with relevant organizations.
• Manage repositories for cybersecurity policy, governance documents, and reference materials.
• Draft, revise, and finalize up to 10 policy documents annually, each up to 50 pages, including manuals, directives, and CONOPS.
• Prepare up to 20 presentations, briefs, and reports per year on cybersecurity and cyber defense policy.
• Participate in weekly meetings supporting cybersecurity governance, policy, and compliance initiatives.
• Implement required policy and process updates issued by USCYBERCOM, DoD CIO, and DISA.

Benefits

• 26 days of paid leave, including vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays.
• Performance bonuses based on individual contributions and company-wide results.
• 401(k) with a 3% company match and immediate vesting.
• Company-paid life insurance up to $300,000, with options for additional coverage for employees and dependents.
• Medical plans, dental and vision coverage, and FSA and HSA options.
• 15 days of fully paid parental leave for new parents.
• Military differential pay for employees on active duty.
• Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and tools and technology for the job.
• Commitment to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees in the event of a company sale.

What This Job Offers

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