CDS Program Officer

Description

Founded in 2009, RSC2, Inc. is a Small Business Administration (SBA) Certified HUBZone Professional Services company headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland. RSC2 provides breakthrough expertise, support services, and technologies to make operations, programs and systems of record perform better. Our professional staff is trained to provide world-class services to all types of customers. We uphold the integrity and quality of our work so you can expect only the best from us.

RSC2 is currently looking for a Cross Domain Solution (CDS) Program Officer to join our growing team in Aberdeen, MD!

The Cross Domain Solution (CDS) Program Lead will serve as the technical and programmatic lead for the development and integration of CDS capabilities supporting the Terrestrial Layer System – Echelons Above Brigade (TLS EAB). Operating under PL Strategic Spectrum Warfare (PL SSW), this individual will manage all aspects of CDS implementation across multiple security enclaves (e.g., NIPR, SIPR, JWICS, Coalition). This role involves driving market research, coordinating stakeholder efforts, and ensuring integration, testing, and compliance of CDS systems to support operational SIGINT and EW mission objectives.

• Lead CDS planning and execution efforts in support of TLS EAB family of systems architecture and operational requirements.
• Serve as the central point of contact for all cross-domain efforts within PL SSW, coordinating across PM EW&C and external partners.

• Manage relationships with key CDS stakeholders including NSA, DISA CDS Office, Army Cyber Command, Army Cryptologic Office, NETCOM, DEVCOM, and mission partner nations.
• Coordinate integration with Army and Joint cybersecurity, data transport, and coalition data-sharing environments.

• Conduct market research and technical assessments of existing and emerging CDS technologies for potential TLS EAB application.
• Lead system architecture and design activities, ensuring security policy enforcement across classification boundaries.
• Ensure adherence to NSA Raise-the-Bar (RTB), DISA CDS Baseline Requirements, and DoD RMF standards.

• Oversee test planning, integration, and validation of CDS components in both lab and operational environments.
• Ensure development of RMF and accreditation documentation to support Authorization to Operate (ATO).
• Manage interface with appropriate test organizations and approval authorities for CDS certification.

• Support creation of Statements of Work (SOWs), technical requirements, and acquisition documentation for CDS-related efforts.
• Monitor contractor and vendor performance, ensuring schedule, cost, and technical performance targets are met.
• Provide input to acquisition milestones and program reviews for CDS integration within TLS EAB.

• Lead technical teams of government and contractor personnel focused on CDS development.
• Mentor junior engineers and acquisition professionals supporting CDS-related efforts within PL SSW.

• TS/SCI (or Secret with ability to obtain TS/SCI)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, or a related field;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience supporting DoD IT systems, cyber capabilities, or EW/Signal Intelligence systems.
• 3+ years of experience with cross domain solution architecture, policy, and implementation.
• Deep understanding of DoD CDS policies, NSA RTB guidance, and DISA CDS Baseline Requirements.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for interfacing with senior government leaders and technical teams.

• Experience with EW or Cyber programs, particularly within PM EW&C or other CPE IEW&S portfolios.
• Familiarity with tactical and strategic CDS technologies (e.g., Radiant Mercury, TACDS, Flatirons, OWL, Forcepoint, ISSE Guard).
• Experience integrating CDS into Army mission systems or joint/coalition networks.
• Knowledge of the operational environment for TLS EAB and its role in Multi-Domain Operations (MDO).
• PMP or DAWIA Level II/III Program Management or…