
Information Systems Security Engineer with Security Clearance
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Job Number: R0253499 Information Systems Security Engineer The Opportunity: Are you looking for an opportunity to share your experience in system security engineering to help our country and assist our clients with critical missions? You'll ensure requirements are effectively integrated into the system through purposeful security architecture, design, development, and configuration.
You will coordinate changes or modifications with the appropriate Information System Security Manager ( ISSM ) and implement and enforce all DoD cybersecurity policies and procedures, as defined by cybersecurity- related documentation. You'll perform the documenting, monitoring, updating, and managing of systems to maintain an acceptable security posture and achieve an Interim Authority to Operate ( IATO ) and Authority to Operate ( ATO ) .
You will support DoD and military clients in developing cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions, including technical implementations, RMF, and analyzing policies . You'll assist in the development of solutions to complex problems with hybrid systems from a cybersecurity perspective. You'll also work with minimal supervision within established procedures and practices. With mentoring, challenging hands-on problem-solving, and opportunities to learn new tools and skills, we focus on growing as a team to make the best solutions for our customers.
Work with us as we secure and protect critical AI or ML networks for vital client missions and operations. Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have
- 3+ years of experience guiding a client through the entire Risk Management Framework ( RMF ) and ATO process
- Experience working as an Information System Security Engineer ( ISSE ) , Information System Security Officer ( ISSO ) , or a role in Information Technology (IT), cybersecurity, or IT Service Management
- Experience conducting enterprise vulnerability scanning using security applications such as ACAS, performing risk remediation efforts, conducting security control assessments, and integrating security principles to ensure compliance with DoD directives and Security Technical Implementation Guides ( STIGs )
- Experience achieving system certification , accreditation, assessment, and authorization, including IATT and ATOs
- Experience engineering, implementation, and hardening robust security solutions, including firewalls, Int rus ion Detection Systems and Intrusion Prevention Systems ( IDS / IPS ) , and Security Information and Event Management ( SIEM ) tools, to defend against emerging threats
- Knowledge of the systems and sof tware engineering management process and its implementation, as applied to DoD acquisition processes throughout all life cycle phases
- Knowledge of DoD communication, cybersecurity, and IT systems
- Top Secret clearance
- Associate's degree and 7+ years of experience with cybersecurity, Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience with cybersecurity, or 9+ years of experience with cybersecurity in lieu of degree
- DoD 8140 IAT Level II Certification Nice If You Have:
- Experience with DevSecOps
- Experience with cloud technologies and environments such as AWS
- Experience with Agile met hodologies
- Experience with operating systems, including Linux, UNIX, Ubuntu, or Red Hat
- Ability to apply cybersecurity engineering met hods to solution development life cycle activities
- Ability to research emerging technology and apply it to cutting-edge problems
- Possession of excellent presentation and collaboration skills
- Master's degree in CS or Cybersecurity
- CISSP-ISSEP, CCSP, or CISM Certification Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required. Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Identity Statement As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Candidate AI Usage Policy AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided. Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.
- Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
- Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
- Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
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