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# Cybersecurity Engineer Jr. (Connection Approval Support)

- **Company:** Age Solutions
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $70,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Databases, Multi-protocol Systems, Network Security
- **Published:** October 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18522998?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18522998%2FCybersecurity-Engineer-Jr-Connection-Approval-Support-Maryland-Fort-Meade

## About the Role

+ Bachelor's degree (IT-related field preferred), or equivalent experience.
 * Experience:
 + Three (3) years of overall experience in cybersecurity or network security position
 * Security Clearance:
 + Must have and maintain a current DoD Top Secret clearance
 * Certifications:
 + DoD 8570 IA Technical (IAT) Level II certification
 * Skills and Knowledge:
 + 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.
 + The ability to maintain the level of quality throughout the software life cycle.
 + The ability to conduct formal and informal reviews at pre-determined points throughout the development lifecycle.

The projected salary range for this position is $70,000+ annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including years of relevant experience, active security clearance level, certifications, technical skillset, contract requirements, and overall qualifications.

## Description

AGE Solutions is looking for a Junior Connection Approval Specialist to join our team in support of a cybersecurity risk management and assessment program with our DoD customer., * 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, managing organizational mailboxes, tracking MP metrics, and processing 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.
 * Exercises discretion and independent judgment by analyzing cybersecurity risk factors, interpreting DoD/DISA policies, and recommending policy or process adjustments for connection approvals.
 * Advises Government stakeholders on compliance impacts, operational risks, and procedural requirements affecting DISN connection governance and long-term planning.