PPSM Analyst: RMF & Boundary Security Specialist

Leidos; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos seeks a PPSM Analyst with experience in information systems security, networking, ports, protocols, boundary protection, and risk analysis. The analyst will maintain PPS Registry information, perform CAL and firewall reviews, assess vulnerabilities, and support PPSM change requests and government reporting.

The role includes coordinating with customers, processing CLSA/FA/non-standard requests, and tracking PPSM packages through DISA approvals.

Qualifications

• Active DoD clearance or higher (program can support up to TS/SCI)
• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of experience; additional experience may substitute degree
• Knowledge of DoD Information Network and boundary requirements
• Experience processing PPSM requests and authorizations (AO, PPSM approvals)
• Familiarity with DoD DMZ whitelist, web content filtering, and exception requirements
• Strong ticketing and coordination skills with customer and team communication

Responsibilities

• Maintain J6 PPS Registry entries and correlate with eMASS packages in RMF.
• Review changes to ports/protocols and verify CAL compliance for PPS.
• Assess risks of new/modified firewall rules and provide recommendations.
• Conduct PPSM reviews and support boundary protection improvements.
• Monitor PPSM Registry for discrepancies and support resolution.
• Process CLSA, FA, Non-Standard Boundary/Port, and Banned Services requests.
• Track PPSM CLSA packages through final DISA approval/denial.
• Coordinate with customers and project teams for PPS requirements.
• Provide status reports to government leadership on reviews and risk changes.
• Attend PPSM TAG/CCB meetings and offer recommendations.

Skills

Active DoD clearance

DoD 8140 Security certs

RMF knowledge

Excellent communication

DoD DMZ/BOUNDARY knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

eMASS

PPSM Registry

DISA CAL

Job description

Leidos seeks a PPSM Analyst with experience in information systems security, networking, ports, protocols, boundary protection, and risk analysis. The analyst will maintain PPS Registry information, perform CAL and firewall reviews, assess vulnerabilities, and support PPSM change requests and government reporting.

The role includes coordinating with customers, processing CLSA/FA/non-standard requests, and tracking PPSM packages through DISA approvals.