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

The role

This person will provide Connection Approval (PPSM) and Agency-level Compliance with IT, Cyber Standards, and Strategy support for a DoD customer. They will manage PPSM registry databases, develop cybersecurity policy documents, and monitor compliance activities.

What you will do

• Monitor PPSM support phone lines and mailbox
• Manage PPSM Registry Database User Accounts and data entry
• Design and implement PPSM system security measures and metrics
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of reports
• Manage PPSM phone and email systems in accordance with SOPs
• Prepare and support monthly PPSM CCB/TAG meetings
• Maintain and update PPSM websites and publish official documents
• Apply knowledge of DoD assessment resources to support DISA cybersecurity directives
• Draft, revise, and finalize up to 10 policy documents annually
• Prepare up to 20 presentations, briefs, and reports per year

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience
• DoD 8570 IA Technical (IAT) Level II certification
• Two years specifically working in cybersecurity policy development roles
• Five years of overall experience in cybersecurity or network security position
• US Citizenship is required
• Must have and maintain an active DoD Top Secret clearance
• Experience with network security, ports/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

Nice to have

• IT-related field preferred for Bachelor's degree
• Advanced proficiency in PPSM Registry management, eMASS, and DISA DMZ Whitelist processes

Benefits

• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays
• Performance Bonuses
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting
• Company-paid life insurance up to $300K
• Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options
• 15 days of fully paid parental leave
• Military Differential Pay
• Paid training and certifications
• Tuition reimbursement
• 80% of net proceeds from a company sale returned to employees

Before you apply

• US Citizenship is required
• Must have and maintain an active DoD Top Secret clearance
• Must reside within a commutable distance of Ft. Meade, MD

About the company

AGE Solutions is a technology and professional services company providing consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services to the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors.