Cybersecurity Associate
Job in
Columbia, Howard County, Maryland, 21046, USA
Listed on 2026-10-09
Listing for:
Cybersecurity Jobs
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-09
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Information Security & Data Protection, IT Support
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Cybersecurity operations and compliance support role embedded in the DEVCOM-CBC G6 Cybersecurity Branch, acting as the primary contractor interface for cybersecurity tickets, requests, and compliance activities.
Responsibilities- Coordinate first-response triage for DEVCOM-CBC G6 Cybersecurity Branch IT tickets routed by the IT Mission Support Center, coordinating resolution and implementation with branch staff in line with DoD and Army cybersecurity policy
- Manage Army Cybersecurity accounts, including authorizing network account creation and deletion via IT ticketing system workflow
- Conduct out-processing and inactivity audits for unclassified and classified network accounts in accordance with Army Regulation 25-2
- Create and maintain a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) covering the organization G6 accounts management process
- Maintain DoD Cybersecurity Awareness training and compliance records for DEVCOM-CBC personnel, including policy enforcement, weekly metric reporting, and point-of-contact support for training assistance
- Maintain Acceptable Use Policy and Privileged Level Access Agreement compliance for all DEVCOM-CBC personnel
- Maintain the DoD Cybersecurity Workforce program for DEVCOM-CBC per DoD 8570.01-M, including validating certification and training requirements for privileged level access, drafting and maintaining appointment orders, and generating audit and reporting metrics
- Manage the DEVCOM-CBC unit and subordinate subunits within the Account Validation System (AVS)
- Perform DoD RMF Access Control security control group STIG/SRG audits for unclassified and classified Active Directory account Organizational Units
- Execute Enhanced Trusted Agent responsibilities for issuing and maintaining PKI hardware tokens for DEVCOM-CBC personnel for classified systems
- Coordinate first-response activities for Negligent Disclosure of Classified Information incidents in accordance with organization SOPs for incident response
- Perform Software Assurance for new software applications introduced on DEVCOM-CBC unclassified networks, classified networks, and standalone systems
- Perform Hardware Assurance for new IT hardware introduced on DEVCOM-CBC unclassified networks, classified networks, and standalone systems
- Execute data sanitization procedures on CBC equipment designated for turn-in or destruction per Army and NSA data destruction policy and guidelines
- Respond to privileged level access compliance tasks issued by higher headquarters
- Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or 5 additional years of experience in lieu of the degree
- Working knowledge of DoD and Army cybersecurity regulations including Army Regulation 25-2, DoD 8570.01-M, and DoD RMF policy
- Experience with Active Directory account management and STIG/SRG audit processes
- Familiarity with the Army Account Validation System (AVS) or equivalent DoD workforce compliance tracking platforms
- Active Directory
- Account Validation System (AVS)
- PKI hardware tokens
- STIG/SRG
- DoD Cybersecurity Workforce program
- DoD RMF
- DoD Cybersecurity Awareness training
- IT ticketing system workflow
- Health care
- Dental
- Vision
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- Education assistance
- Paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law
- Active Secret clearance or higher required
- Interim Secret clearance acceptable until full clearance is granted
- DoDI 8140.03 qualification for DCWF Work Role Information Systems Security Manager (722 Advanced)
- Accepted foundational qualifications include certifications mapped to Work Role 722 Advanced in the current DoD 8140 Qualification Matrix, such as CISM, CISSP, CISSP-ISSMP, FITSP-M, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, and GSLC
- Security+
- SecurityX
- SSCP
- Primarily operates in a professional office environment at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, working within or alongside the DEVCOM-CBC G6 Cybersecurity Branch
- Extended use of computer equipment; may require moving between buildings on the installation to support users and coordinate with government staff
- Some work may involve access to classified facilities and systems
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD (onsite)
Compensation: USD 72, per yearly
Experience: 5 years minimum
Salary range: Based on yearly pay
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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