Cornerstone Defense LLC is a Small Business servicing the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Cornerstone Defense specializes in cloud architecture, enterprise engineering, systems and network engineering, systems and network security, and application and software development. We use these foundational technology areas to deliver solutions for data analytics, cyber, and space/mission operations, customized to meet mission requirements. We are headquartered in Herndon, VA, with employees working across the U.S including DC, MD, CO, UT, NM, HI, and CA. At Cornerstone Defense, you’ll find a partner that values strong relationships, excellence, and teamwork. Our team is a network of professionals who are dedicated to providing agile, secure, and efficient solutions to support mission success. With Cornerstone Defense, you’re not just choosing a service provider, but a committed, steadfast team with a culture designed to excel.
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The hardest part of AI isn’t building it. It’s adoption. ⚙️👩🏼💻 That’s why this next step for Cornerstone matters so much.
We’re excited to welcome Dave Cook as our new Chief Innovation Officer as we continue expanding our focus on AI, advanced analytics, human-machine teaming, and cognitive solutions.
Dave brings decades of experience across the Intelligence Community, AI strategy, education, and emerging technology — but what stood out most to us is his belief that innovation only matters if people can actually use it effectively.
As the industry evolves, we’re focused on staying close to the mission while helping customers navigate what AI adoption really looks like in practice.
Swipe through for insights and quotes from both Dave Cook and Patrick Palmer on what this next chapter means for the future of Cornerstone Defense. This is a big moment for our team and an exciting next chapter for Cornerstone Defense! 👏🏼🤸🏼🥳 And head to Access News Wire if you’d like to read the full press release. ➡️➡️➡️
SOF Week is here, and we can’t wait to reconnect with the incredible professionals who support the defense and special operations mission every day. ⚡️
We’re teaming up with our industry partners for a collaborative networking happy hour this Tuesday — a great chance to unwind, meet new faces, and strengthen relationships across the community.
Come grab a drink with the teams from Cornerstone Defense, Sugpiat Defense, LLC , Jadin Tech, LLC , and McAllister, Brown & Associates, LLC.🤝🍹
📲 RSVP by scanning the QR code on the event graphic — hope to see you there!
Flashback Friday! Not everything makes the feed— but it’s where the best ideas begin. A scene from our old office — what do you think these ladies are they discussing?! 💬💬💬
We love looking back to remember the small moments—the hallway catch‑ups, the quick brainstorms, the candid laughs—that quietly built the momentum we have today.
The tools evolve, but human relationships still drive the real work. What do you think the topic was in this clip? 💡👇🎯 a new hire? 🗓️ an event plan? 💼 a client win?! Drop your guesses! 🤗🤗#FlashbackFriday #BehindTheScenes #OfficeTour #CompanyCulture
AI is changing the industry. Human relationships still win careers. 🤖🤝✨
As the world moves faster and faster into AI, automation, and constant innovation, we’re evolving right alongside it. 🚀 But one thing that will never change for us? The importance of authenticity, culture, and real human connection. 💙
Technology can streamline processes. AI can enhance workflows. But neither can replace truly getting to know people, hearing their stories, celebrating their wins, and building genuine relationships along the way. 🫶
We came across these photos from a happy hour last year that somehow never made it to the feed 🍻📸 — and honestly, these smiles were way too good not to share.
Because no matter how advanced the industry becomes… you still can’t fake genuine laughter, authentic connections, and people who genuinely enjoy being around each other. 😊✨
The future may be powered by AI, but great teams will always be powered by people. 💫
Hiring: Quality Assurance Linux Administration (2 roles) 🐧🛡️
If your happy place is a terminal window and you can spin up bare‑metal or virtual Linux servers before your coffee cools, we want to meet you. We’re adding two QA Linux Admins—one Level 1 and one Level 2—to help keep mission‑critical systems secure, compliant, and humming across time zones. 🌍
What you’ll do
Stand up and harden Linux servers (bare‑metal + virtual), then keep them secure and stable in live and lab/test environments. 🧱⚙️
Drive security compliance (SSP knowledge = big bonus ✅) and maintain systems through updates and audits. 🔐
Learn customer software/hardware capabilities—and keep them maintained like a pro. 🧠🔧
Partner directly with government leadership to roll out updates across multiple projects. 🏛️🚀
Support local + remote customers across multiple time zones (yes, we coordinate the timestamps 😉). 🕰️
Open roles (2)
Level 1: 4️⃣ years experience + Bachelor’s 🎓
Level 2: 9️⃣ years experience + Bachelor’s 🎓
Linux culture welcome here—whether you say directory or (oops) folder. Apply today and help us keep systems battle‑ready.
👉 Apply via our website!
