DoD Cybersecurity & Configuration Specialist

Fortress Information Security, LLC; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 110,228 - 170,241; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote/hybrid options

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Fortress Information Security, LLC seeks a Configuration and Cybersecurity Specialist to support operational security, configuration control, and ATO compliance for government-supported systems. This hands-on role emphasizes secure baselines, STIG remediation, patch management, and controlled deployments.

You will collaborate with engineering and government stakeholders, maintain traceable change records, and contribute to a DoD-aligned security posture while working in a hybrid environment with

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of general experience, with at least one (1) year of hands-on experience in configuration management, cybersecurity operations, or system administration within a government or regulated environment.
• Experience implementing and remediating STIGs and supporting vulnerability management activities.
• Experience applying system patches, updates, and configuration changes in controlled environments.
• Working knowledge of AWS and/or Azure cloud environments.
• Experience working in Linux environments and comfort using command-line/terminal interfaces.
• Ability to use scripting tools such as PowerShell or equivalent to support system administration activities.
• Experience supporting systems operating under an Authority to Operate (ATO) framework.
• Must meet DoD 8570 / 8140 IAT Level II requirements at time of hire (e.g., Security+, CySA+, SSCP, or equivalent).
• Must be local to the DMV area and commutable to Pax River, DC.

Responsibilities

• Execute and maintain secure configuration baselines across supported systems in accordance with DoD and government standards.
• Implement, validate, and remediate STIG checklist findings to maintain required compliance thresholds.
• Perform system hardening activities across cloud and operating system environments, including Linux-based platforms.
• Monitor systems daily to ensure security posture, availability, and compliance alignment.
• Apply patches, updates, and software releases to maintain secure and current system configurations.
• Support vulnerability remediation activities and track resolution of findings to closure within required timelines.
• Execute deployments of Fortress SaaS solutions and support production releases in controlled environments.
• Maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) posture by supporting required documentation, control validation, and compliance updates.
• Submit required change documentation and DADMs requests for new software versions and configuration updates.
• Support audit activities by providing technical artifacts, remediation evidence, and system status reporting.
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, and government stakeholders to resolve configuration and security discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate configuration records and ensure traceability of system changes through established control processes.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Configuration management

Cybersecurity operations

Linux

PowerShell scripting

Independent worker

ATO / DoD frameworks

Vulnerability management

Cloud (AWS/Azure)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related discipline

Tools

AWS

Azure

Looker

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Fortress Information Security, LLC seeks a Configuration and Cybersecurity Specialist to support operational security, configuration control, and ATO compliance for government-supported systems. This hands-on role emphasizes secure baselines, STIG remediation, patch management, and controlled deployments.

You will collaborate with engineering and government stakeholders, maintain traceable change records, and contribute to a DoD-aligned security posture while working in a hybrid environment with