Company Summary
Arlo Solutions (Arlo) is an information technology consulting services company that specializes in delivering technology solutions. Our reputation reflects the high quality of the talented Arlo Solutions team and the consultants working in partnership with our customers. Our mission is to understand and meet the needs of both our customers and consultants by delivering quality, value-added solutions. Our solutions are designed and managed to not only reduce costs, but to improve business processes, accelerate response time, improve services to end-users, and give our customers a competitive edge, now and into the future.
Position Overview
The Cybersecurity Technical Specialist Level III will support the U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command (ATEC) as a contractor through Arlo Solutions, providing advanced technical expertise in implementing, validating, and maintaining cybersecurity requirements for DoD information systems. This position plays a critical role in ensuring systems meet Department of Defense cybersecurity standards through the execution of vulnerability assessments, compliance validation, security configuration management, and continuous monitoring activities in support of the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
- The Cybersecurity Technical Specialist will directly support system owners, ISSMs, and system administrators by executing cybersecurity assessment activities, developing and maintaining authorization artifacts, and ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity policies and DoD security controls.
- The role requires strong technical proficiency and hands-on operational experience within regulated military or federal IT environments.
- The ideal candidate will possess above-average knowledge and practical experience with enterprise cybersecurity tools, vulnerability management platforms, compliance validation processes, and system security auditing.
- This includes demonstrated experience with ACAS, SCAP compliance validation, eMASS artifact management, POA&M reporting, and STIGs.
- The Cybersecurity Technical Specialist Level III will also support system compliance efforts through detailed control compliance reporting, security configuration validation, and coordination with system administrators to remediate vulnerabilities and maintain cybersecurity posture.
- This position requires experience performing system auditing, configuration management validation, and vulnerability remediation support across both operating systems and applications within DoD environments.
- Additionally, the role requires a strong understanding of Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM) processes, including identifying required ports and services, validating authorized network communications, and supporting documentation required for DoD system authorization boundaries.
- The Cybersecurity Technical Specialist Level III will work closely with program leadership, cybersecurity engineers, and operational teams to ensure systems remain compliant, defensible, and ready for authorization activities while supporting ongoing continuous monitoring and cybersecurity operational readiness.
Work Location: (Hybrid with on-site requirements) Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Clearance: Active Secret clearance.
Job Responsibilities and/or Success Factors
Vulnerability Assessment and Compliance Support
- Perform vulnerability assessment and compliance validation using the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), Host Based Security System/Endpoint Security Solution (HBSS/ESS), and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) tools.
- Support system administrators with the application of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), conduct device hardening, complete technical checklists, and validate compliance through regular scanning activities.
- Register, update, and maintain all system artifacts and technical documentation within the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) and Army Portfolio Management Solution (APMS).
- Assist in the preparation and ongoing maintenance of Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), tracking the status and resolution of vulnerabilities across system lifecycles.
- Provide technical documentation and compliance artifacts in a timely and accurate manner, supporting continuous monitoring and RMF compliance activities.
Technical Support and Coordination
- Deliver direct technical assistance to system administrators and other stakeholders to resolve compliance issues and ensure the implementation of required controls on Army information systems.
- Participate in the technical validation and evaluation of implemented security controls, collaborating with technical teams during audits, incident responses, and remediation initiatives.
- Serve as an operational support resource for security control execution and continuous monitoring practices on regulated Department of Defense (DoD) networks.
RMF and Documentation Management
- Contribute to the maintenance, accuracy, and completeness of all RMF documentation, including cybersecurity policies, system security plans, risk assessments, and vulnerability reports.
- Ensure documentation and POA&Ms are up-to-date and reflect the status of systems and remediated vulnerabilities in accordance with Army and contract requirements.
- Assist in producing reports and compliance deliverables for submission to Government customers.
Collaboration, Communication, and Compliance
- Work closely with key government and contractor personnel to meet all operational security, physical security, and cyber compliance requirements.
- Follow all Army, DoD, and federal policies and regulations related to cybersecurity, IT, Operations Security (OPSEC), personnel security, and information protection.
- Communicate technical findings and summaries clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, providing oral and written updates as needed.
Education and Minimum Qualifications
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must have an Active Secret clearance.
- Education/Experience:
- No degree or any degree in a non-directly related field with technical certifications and at least 7 years of relevant experience; or
- Bachelors Degree in a directly related field andat least 5 years of relevant experience.
- Experience in information security or network/system administration.
- Hands-on experience with cybersecurity and IT tools such as ACAS, HBSS/ESS, eMASS, and related toolsets for technical scanning, compliance, and system hardening.
- Experience in supporting, validating, and maintaining compliance for systems governed by DoD, Army, and federal standards and policies, including the RMF process and artifact maintenance.
- Must meet and maintain all requirements for privileged access to ATEC networks as specified by contract.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to maintaining security documentation and compliance in a regulated environment.
Desired Qualifications
- Prior direct experience supporting Army, DoD, or Federal government cybersecurity programs.
- Additional certifications in cybersecurity or risk management, such as CompTIA Security+, CASP+ CE, CySA+, or other DoD 8140/8570-approved certifications, are desirable.
- Working knowledge of the NIST SP 800-53 and DoD RMF processes as applied to Army IT environments.
- Experience producing and reviewing security documentation and technical compliance reports for government customers.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to summarize complex technical findings for non-technical audiences.
AAP Statement
We are proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, we evaluate qualified candidates in full consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other protected status.
