Senior Security Engineer

Security Engineer, Senior

The Opportunity: 

Are you looking for an opportunity to share your experience in security engineering to safeguard our nation? As a systems security and network security engineer, you can identify the security architecture and tools needed to assess vulnerabilities and recommend the best solution and security strategy. We need your experience to lead the development and implementation of security solutions for the financial industry.

On our team, you’ll provide cybersecurity engineering support for secure systems in cloud and in-premises environments. You’ll provide a blend of strategic thinking, programmatic support, and technical execution, and design and implement security controls to ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements. You’ll work across teams to embed security into all aspects of IT operations and development lifecycles. You’ll also implement cybersecurity protocols to strengthen the organization's cybersecurity posture, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data, and aligning cybersecurity operations with federal standards such as FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, and FedRAMP.

Join us. The world can’t wait. 

You Have:   

• Experience supporting cyber risk management, security operations, incident response, or cybersecurity remediation efforts

• Experience implementing and managing security tools or controls, including use of Sentinel, while working in cloud and hybrid environments 

• Experience with AWS, Azure, M365, VMware, or Citrix 

• Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements, including NIST SP 800-53, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), FISMA, and FedRAMP

• Knowledge of networking, system hardening, secure system design, and secure system administration

• Public Trust

• HS diploma or GED and 9+ years of experience in a technical cybersecurity role, or Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, CS, Information Systems, or Engineering and 6+ years of experience in a technical cybersecurity role

Nice If You Have:   

• Experience supporting federal government clients or systems operating under federal regulations

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices

• Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture principles and implementations

• Knowledge of system automation using scripting languages such as PowerShell, JSON, Python, or Bash

• CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC, Security+, or CySA+ Certification 

• M365 Security Specialty Certification

Vetting:

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client; Public Trust determination 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 $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (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
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.