STIG Writer-Senior

AGE solutions • Chambersburg, PA

30d • $95,000 • Remote

About The Position

About Us AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company, providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Prioritizing innovation and client-focused solutions, we assist major agencies in addressing intricate issues and ensuring a more secure future. We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior STIG Writer to develop, maintain, and support security configuration guidance in alignment with DoD and federal cybersecurity standards. This position blends technical expertise with advanced writing and documentation skills, enabling the creation of authoritative security guidance that supports compliance, strengthens cybersecurity posture, and drives mission success. The candidate will design and execute test plans, validate configuration settings, identify vulnerabilities, and translate technical findings into actionable security recommendations. The role also requires the ability to collaborate with vendors, engineering teams, and DoD stakeholders to ensure security requirements are clear, practical, and enforceable.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of relevant work experience.
• Must have and maintain a current DoD Secret clearance.
• Must have and maintain a current DoD IAT Level II (e.g., Security+ CE or equivalent) certification.
• Hands-on experience with applications, operating systems and/or networking equipment.
• Knowledge of different types of malicious software operation, common attack vectors, best security practices and security risk identification and mitigation.
• Knowledge/experience with vulnerability testing tools and their operation.
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53 controls coupled with ability to evaluate security controls and apply them to commercial product features, functions and settings.
• Ability to work with vendors and drive product improvements based on testing results.
• Proficiency with MS Office products including Excel and Word.
• Experience with creating and conducting PowerPoint presentations to leadership.
• Must have the ability to work in a team environment, the desire to learn and the drive to succeed.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Certification 8140.1: Security+/CASP+ CE CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional) – CSSP Analyst / Infrastructure Support (cloud focus) CompTIA Cloud+ – CSSP Infrastructure Support baseline cert CSSLP (Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional)

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, update and support security configuration guidance based on applicable DoD policies, DoD Instructions and Manuals, NIST 800-53 controls, CNSS-1253 baselines, and best business practices.
• Develop test plans, test and document configuration settings.
• Install products in test lab, analyze product features and functions, test configurable settings.
• Identify vulnerabilities in software, hardware and network products.
• Identify corresponding methods of mitigating or eliminating vulnerabilities.
• Create and conduct briefings outlining test findings.
• Perform ad-hoc risk analysis.
• Represent team on working group assignments and consensus development efforts.
• Respond to inquiries related to NIST 800-53 control requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don’t take a financial hit while serving.
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.

What This Job Offers

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