Zero Trust Engineer Lead

ZT Engineer, Lead

The Opportunity: 

A well-designed, secure network is critical to enabling the Department of Defense (DoD) to accomplish its mission. As a Zero Trust Enterprise Architect, you will play a key role in ensuring that enterprise and mission systems are resilient, scalable, and aligned with evolving operational and security needs. This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise, strategic planning, and hands-on implementation to design and maintain secure network architectures across complex environments.

You will collaborate with subject matter experts, customers, vendors, and end users to understand strategic objectives and operational requirements, translating them into robust network and security solutions. Leveraging your expertise, you will support the full lifecycle of network systems, including planning, acquisition, design, installation, configuration, testing, and maintenance of hardware and software components. As a Zero Trust Enterprise Architect, you will lead the design, integration, and operationalization of Zero Trust architectures aligned with DoD Zero Trust strategy and reference architecture.

This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of network engineering and cybersecurity, combining backbone networking, cloud technologies, and Zero Trust principles to support mission-critical defense operations while continuously expanding your technical skill set.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have: 

• 8+ years of experience in network engineering and cybersecurity within DoD or federal environments

• 2+ years of experience designing, deploying, and supporting network and security architectures, including Zero Trust implementation

• Experience architecting and implementing Zero Trust solutions aligned with DoD Zero Trust strategy and target-level frameworks

• Experience documenting complex architectures, supporting defense programs, and delivering secure, scalable solutions

• Experience in Identity and Access Management, micro segmentation, endpoint security, and secure network or cloud architecture

• Experience working within classified environments

• Knowledge of DoD security standards, RMF or ATO processes, and compliance frameworks

• TS/SCI clearance

• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have: 

• Experience supporting and operating DoD networks in mission or tactical environments, including INDOPACOM or Pacific-based operations

• Experience transitioning legacy perimeter-based architectures to Zero Trust models

• Experience with multivendor network and security platforms such as Palo Alto, Cisco, Juniper, Dell, HPE, and VMware

• Experience with commercial and DoD cloud environments and cloud security architecture

• Experience applying STIGs and performing system hardening

• Experience with Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)

• Knowledge of automation, orchestration, and policy-as-code security enforcement

• CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CCSP, or CCNA Certifications

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.  

Compensation

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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

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Work Model
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• 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.