Cybersecurity Specialist

Cybersecurity Specialist

The Opportunity:

As a cybersecurity specialist, you recognize the importance of advanced tactics, techniques, and technologies in combating the evolving threat landscape. At Booz Allen, your proficiency in cyberspace operations will inspire innovative strategies and global solutions. We are looking for a talented cybersecurity specialist to apply their expertise in planning, executing, and leading defensive cyberspace operations, driving technological advancements that support vital national security missions.

In this position, you will play a crucial role in addressing current needs and anticipating future challenges. Your expertise in critical thinking will be essential for securing enterprise networks, systems, and platforms. This role offers the opportunity to lead teams, provide strategic guidance to program and client leadership, and contribute significantly to the planning and execution of defensive cyberspace operations.

If you're eager to take on the challenge, collaborate closely with national security clients, and make an impact on the world's most vital cyber missions, this is the role for you.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 7 years of experience with defense cybersecurity operations or cybersecurity engineering
• Experience planning, coordinating, and executing tasks in collaboration with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and teams
• Experience with Risk Management Framework principles and the DoD Authority to Operate (ATO) process
• Experience with the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support System (eMASS) database
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree
• DoD IAT Level II or Level III Certification

Nice If You Have:

• Experience performing systems administration in Windows, Linux, or VMware environments, including performing basic troubleshooting, installation, or configuration
• Experience implementing and managing cybersecurity tools, including Splunk, Tenable, and Trellix
• Experience with identity management, privileged user access, access controls, network protection, and vulnerability scanning
• Experience with Cloud providers such as AWS, Microsoft, and Google, and affiliated security solutions
• TS/SCI clearance
• CISSP Certification

Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; 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 $84,600.00 to $193,000.00 (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 application process, 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.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific 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.