Cybersecurity Engineer Jr - Continuous Monitoring (Current Contract)

AGE Solutions LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 Days Paid Leave

Performance Bonuses

401(k) with Match

Company-paid life insurance

Health Benefits

Parental Leave

Military Differential Pay

Paid training and certifications

Job summary

A technology services provider in Fort Meade, Maryland is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer Jr – Continuous Monitoring. This role involves evaluating security controls and conducting assessments for a Department of Defense client. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field, at least three years of cybersecurity experience, and proficiency in various security tools. Competitive salary and benefits include paid leave, performance bonuses, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in cybersecurity or related field.
• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• DoD 8570 IA Technical (IAT) or IAM Level II certification.

Responsibilities

• Utilize security tools to assess and monitor security controls.
• Develop and maintain ConMon Strategy.
• Conduct continuous security assessments.

Skills

Proficiency in Qmulos

Proficiency in Splunk

Understanding of RMF process

Experience in vulnerability management

Strong written and oral presentation skills

Customer service skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT-related field

Tools

ACAS

Axonius

CheckMark

BURP

HBSS

Job description

Cybersecurity Engineer Jr - Continuous Monitoring (Current Contract)

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.

We are looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer Jr - Continuous Monitoring to join our team in support of a cybersecurity risk management and assessment program with our DoD customer. This role requires full-time on-site work at Ft. Meade, MD.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Qmulos, Splunk, ACAS, Axonius, CheckMark, BURP, and ESS to assess, validate, and monitor enterprise and system-level security controls.
• Develop and maintain the ConMon Strategy to support the A&A mission.
• Create and update the ConMon SOP, detailing oversight and monitoring requirements for IT systems throughout their lifecycle.
• Conduct continuous security control assessments for all ISs under the organization’s purview.
• Perform automated and manual monitoring, generating weekly security control status reports using live data from security tools.
• Ensure ConMon-related controls are properly implemented in RMF packages within eMASS.
• Conduct ongoing assessments in compliance with industry auditor standards to monitor security, vulnerabilities, and threats.
• Report system risk status using the approved reporting tool.
• Maintain the ConMon Dashboard, tracking compliance, POA&M status, CMRS visibility, asset management, FISMA reviews, and annual validations.
• Track automated and manual security controls, identifying overdue assessments and validations.
• Coordinate with system administrators, ACAS administrators, and HBSS administrators to resolve credentialing and data issues.
• Provide real-time IS security status metrics based on the ConMon Strategy and SOP.
• Notify the Government within 60 minutes of security posture changes that negatively impact a system.

Required Skills, Qualifications And Experience

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in an IT‑related field is preferred.
• Experience:
  • Three (3) years overall in cybersecurity, systems engineering, or a similar technical field.
• Citizenship and Clearance:
  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Must have and maintain an active DoD Secret clearance.
• Certifications:
  • DoD 8570 IA Technical (IAT) or IAM Level II certification.
• Skills and Knowledge:
  • Proficiency in one or more of the following tools: Qmulos, Splunk, ACAS, Axonius, CheckMark, BURP, and HBSS.
  • Understanding of the RMF process, NIST SP 800‑37, NIST SP 800‑53, CNSSI 1253.
  • Experience in developing, implementing, and conducting a continuous monitoring program for a large organization.
  • Proficiency in security architecture, system hardening, vulnerability management, and intrusion detection/prevention.
  • Strong written and oral presentation skills.
  • Customer service skills.

Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000

Benefits

• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company‑wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions 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 to fit your needs.
• 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 and tech to get the job done right.
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees, ensuring shared long‑term value.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Industries: Construction, Software Development, and IT Services and IT Consulting.