Cybersecurity Engineer

Cybersecurity Engineer

Ft Meade MD

Pay From

$90,000 Per Year

MUST

Cybersecurity Engineer (PPSM)

Top Secret required

DoD 8570 IA Technical (IAT) Level II certification

2 years specifically working in cybersecurity policy development roles

5 years of overall experience in cybersecurity or network security position

Demonstrable 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.

Demonstrable hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7, etc.) and experience configuring them for optimal performance

Advanced understanding of CVEs, CVSS scoring, and how to use resources like NVD or Exploit DB

Excellent written and verbal communication for technical documentation and stakeholder engagement Excellent written and verbal communication for technical documentation and stakeholder engagement

Experience drafting, reviewing, and interpreting security policies, procedures, standards, CONOPS, and governance documents

Proven ability to prepare technical documentation, strategic briefings, and governance materials for senior-level DoD boards

Proficient in applying knowledge management best practices using tools such as SharePoint, Confluence, or Wikis to enhance collaboration and information accessibility.

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

Bachelor's degree (IT-related field preferred), or equivalent experience.

DUTIES

Cybersecurity Engineer will provide Connection Approval (PPSM) and Agency-level Compliance with IT, Cyber Standards, and Strategy to join our team in support of a DoD customer.

Monitor PPSM support phone lines and mailbox

Develop and establish support requirements for data sharing to and from other repositories.

Manage the PPSM Registry Database User Accounts, PPSM Registry database system data entry, and data export to unique data formats to externals database administrators.

Deliver PPSM CCB/TAG Read Ahead to PPSM Community prior to each PPSM CCB/TAG meeting

Offer subject matter expertise at meetings and conferences; document insights via AAR or MFR

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 (SIPRNet/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

Support communication of 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

Manage PPSM Registry user accounts, database entries, and external data exports

Process non-DoD PPSM registrations via Federal DMZ and NIPRNet Gateways

Identify and implement automation opportunities across PPSM processes.

Apply knowledge of DoD assessment resources and policies to support the 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 high-quality compliance reports.

Monitor compliance activities, report anomalies or trends, and document lessons learned.

Coordinate working groups to address stakeholder feedback and resolve input from 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 to support cybersecurity governance, policy, and compliance initiatives.

Implement required policy and process updates issued by USCYBERCOM, DoD CIO, and DISA.

Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. “Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act“.