PPSM Security Analyst: Boundary Protection & RMF Expert

Leidos; Alabama; On-site; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a PPSM Analyst with extensive experience in information systems security, networking, and boundary protection. The role focuses on maintaining PPSM registry data, evaluating changes to ports/protocols, and aligning them with CAL and RMF requirements.

The analyst will process CLSA, FA, and exception requests; coordinate with government leadership; and report on risks, discrepancies, and changes. A DoD clearance and 4+ years’ experience are required.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance; program can support up to TS/SCI.
• DoD 8140: 652 Security Architect Intermediate (SecurityX, CISM, SANS).
• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of experience; further experience may substitute for degree.
• Knowledge of the DoD Information Network and boundaries.
• Requirements processing for PPSM requests and approvals.
• PPSM reviews with risk assessment and mitigation recommendations.
• DoD DMZ Whitelist registrations and exception requirements.
• Strong ticket monitoring and prioritization skills.
• Effective oral and written management and customer engagement.
• Demonstrated technical/workflow problem solving and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Maintain PPS Registry entries and correlate with J6 eMASS packages.
• Review modifications to ports/protocols; verify CAL permissions.
• Assess risk of new/modified firewall rules and provide recommendations.
• Conduct PPSM reviews; support boundary protection improvements.
• Monitor PPSM Registry for discrepancies; assist in resolution.
• Process and track CLSA, FA, Non-Standard Boundary/Port, and Banned Services requests.
• Track CLSA packages through DISA approval or denial.
• Assess vulnerabilities and implementation strategies for protocols/services.
• Support DISA Boundary Protection and CAL requirements.
• Ensure PPSM registrations are catalogued and CAL-aligned.
• Monitor Government ITSM for enterprise changes; document requirements.
• Coordinate with customers and teams on PPS requirements.
• Conduct recurring PPS Registry validation reviews; report findings.

Skills

Active DoD Secret clearance

DoD 8140 Security Architect Intermed.

Security certifications (CISM, SANS)

Bachelor's degree

Knowledge of DoD Information Network

PPSM reviews & risk assessment

DoD DMZ Whitelist registrations

Work ticket monitoring & prioritiz.

Oral & written communication

Problem solving & customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Leidos is seeking a PPSM Analyst with extensive experience in information systems security, networking, and boundary protection. The role focuses on maintaining PPSM registry data, evaluating changes to ports/protocols, and aligning them with CAL and RMF requirements.

The analyst will process CLSA, FA, and exception requests; coordinate with government leadership; and report on risks, discrepancies, and changes. A DoD clearance and 4+ years’ experience are required.