Junior Connection Approval Specialist

Overview

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.

AGE Solutions is looking for a Circuit Management Specialist to join our team in support of a cybersecurity risk management and assessment program with our DoD customer.

Individuals in this role must be available to work on-site de, MD at least 2 days/week.

• Support Connection Approval branch leadership with communication, deliverables, and documentation, including briefings, white papers, SOPs, CONOPS, COOP Plans, and DISN CPG updates.
• Ensure compliance with DoD architectures, programs, and standards, developing and maintaining SOPs/TTPs, and distributing up to three memorandums annually.
• Attend up to 12 external events annually, including governance boards and working groups, providing meeting minutes and tracking action items.
• Maintain data integrity of CAO databases, manage organizational mailboxes, track MP metrics, and process connection package correspondence using Government-approved systems.
• Develop and implement policies, plans, and SOPs for compliance with Federal, DoD, and DISA policies, including SIPRNet Access Migration (SAM), MPLS networks, RMF, and Cloud connection approvals.
• Provide cybersecurity policy recommendations supporting DISA’s strategic planning, governance, and change management.
• Conduct IA compliance analysis and assess the cybersecurity impact of DISN connections, reviewing network packages, RMF Security Authorization Packages, and security agreements (MOAs/MOUs).
• Process and perform quality assurance on connection approval packages, resolving customer issues and ensuring compliance with DoD policies.
• Process connection packages within five business days, extract and deliver monthly performance metrics reports, and provide weekly 30/60/90-day reports on expiring circuit connections to CAO Government and JFHQ-DODIN personnel.

• Bachelor's degree (IT-related field preferred)
• Three (3) years of overall experience in cybersecurity or network security position
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance
• DoD 8570 IA Technical (IAT) Level II certification
• Knowledge and experience with functional area expertise in National and DoD IT policy
• Knowledge and experience with establishing and maintaining a process for evaluating software and associated documentation
• Expert level knowledge of determining the resources required for quality control
• Ability to maintain the level of quality throughout the software life cycle
• Ability to conduct formal and informal reviews at pre-determined points throughout the development lifecycle

$70,000+

• 26 Days Paid Leave: Vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
• Performance Bonuses: Based on individual contributions and company-wide results.
• 401(k) with Match: 3% match 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.
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents.
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty.
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and tools to get the job done.
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, the CEO committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees.

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