JCS Solutions LLC

Local Registration Authority Assistant

JBA, MD - Full Time

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Job Summary:

JCS Solutions has a need for a Local Registration Authority (LRA) to support the Air Force National Capital Region (AFNCR) IT Services (ITS) program at Joint Base Andrews (JBA).  The LRA supports the Department of Defense Public Key Infrastructure (DoD PKI) program by validating identities and processing digital certificate requests for personnel, systems, and devices. The LRA ensures that PKI credentials are issued in compliance with DoD directives and federal identity assurance policies across classified (SIPR) and unclassified (NIPR) environments. The position is 100% on-site.  This position offers an excellent opportunity to be part of a high-performing team responsible for supporting a high-velocity collaborative environment, along with tremendous growth potential. If you are interested in a challenge and a great working environment, apply today!

What’s in it for you: 
  • Join a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions.  
  • Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture.  
  • Enjoy tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment.  
  • A robust benefits package: 
    • Health, dental, and vision insurance  
    • Life insurance  
    • Short-and-long term disability  
    • Paid time off (PTO)  
    • 401k retirement plan with employer match 
    • Annual Professional Development Reimbursement Program  
    • And more! 
What you will do:
The specific duties include but are not necessarily limited to the following:
  • Perform identity proofing and validation of individuals requesting DoD PKI credentials in accordance with DoDI 8520.02 and CNSSI 1300 series policies.
  • Process digital certificate requests and support issuance, suspension, and revocation operations for SIPRNet and UNCLASS tokens.
  • Operate and maintain LRA workstations and associated software/tools to interface with the Registration Authority (RA) and Certificate Authority (CA) systems.
  • Ensure compliance with DoD and NIST 800-63-3 Identity Assurance Level (IAL) requirements during in-person validation.
  • Maintain detailed logs, user records, and audit documentation for each PKI transaction to support internal reviews and external audits.
  • Assist in the training and awareness of PKI procedures and end-user responsibilities across supported units.
  • Coordinate with Registration Authorities (RAs), Trusted Agents (TAs), System Administrators, ISSOs, and Information Assurance (IA) personnel for secure and timely processing of credentialing services.
  • Support DoD and agency-specific PKI audit readiness and participate in inspections or compliance reviews as required.
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills are a must.

What you will bring:
  • An active DoD Secret Clearance
  • Must obtain Trusted Agent (TA) appointment/certification within 7 days of start date.
  • An associate degree in computer science/systems, information systems/technology, engineering/engineering technology, software engineering/programming, management, natural sciences, social sciences, mathematics, business/finance or an applicable training certificate from an accredited training institution.
  • Education and experience requirements may be substituted with:
  • A bachelor’s degree (in subjects described above) and four years general experience, of which at least two years must be specialized experience.
  • No degree and eight years general experience, of which at least six years is specialized experience.
  • 2–5 years of experience working in cybersecurity, identity management, or PKI operations within the DoD or federal government.
  • Strong understanding of DoD PKI policies, certificate lifecycle management, and identity proofing standards.
  • Experience with SIPR token issuance, hardware token devices, CAC/PIV, and Entrust or ActivIdentity tools.
  • Familiarity with applicable DoD directives (DoDI 8520.02), CNSSI 1300/1301, and NIST 800-63-3.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to interact professionally with end-users and command stakeholders.
  • Detail-oriented with strong documentation and recordkeeping abilities.
  • Must meet all eligibility requirements for handling classified systems.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

How you will wow us:
  • Previous experience as an LRA, RA, or Trusted Agent in a DoD or federal environment.
  • Completion of DoD LRA or RA certification training.
  • Familiarity with eMASS, STIG Viewer, and DoD audit/compliance procedures.
  • Knowledge of key management infrastructure (KMI) and COMSEC support processes a plus.
  • Knowledge and experience working within the Air Force, Pentagon, and/or AFNCR

JCS Solutions LLC (JCS) is a premier technology firm specializing in enterprise-wide capabilities including cloud and infrastructure solutions, cyber security, digital modernization, next generation technologies enablement, software solutions, and mission support services dedicated to providing the highest quality of services and solutions. JCS delivers expert management consulting and information technology (IT) solutions to federal agencies.

We are a learning organization that promotes a work culture of collaboration, inclusiveness, inspiration and innovation.

JCS has been certified as a Great Place to Work four years in a row and was awarded as Washington Post’s Top Places to Work for 2024 and 2025.

Our employees embody our core values, and we are looking for others who do too!
 
  • Customer Experience: Strive for excellence and delight our clients.
  • Innovation: Embrace creative thinking to enable continual growth and powerful solutions.
  • Accountability: Take ownership of and pride in our actions and service delivery.
  • Inspire: Be inspired to be your best self and have fun in the process.
  • Integrity: Do the right thing, the right way, every time!
  • Stewardship: Careful management of something entrusted to us.

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