Cybersecurity & Risk Management Framework Specialist

Senior cybersecurity specialist responsible for RMF implementation, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation for Department of War information systems, guiding governance, threat awareness, and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Apply analytic risk management principles to support mission assurance by preparing for, preventing, mitigating, responding to, and recovering from emergencies.
• Utilize advanced technical expertise and broad industry knowledge to address complex cybersecurity challenges.
• Design and implement innovative solutions to multi-faceted security problems.
• Operate with limited direction while guiding peers and junior staff.
• Mentor and supervise team members to strengthen capabilities and performance.
• Support enterprise governance, risk management, compliance, and innovation activities for DoW information systems and networks.
• Lead the development of cybersecurity strategies, manage the RMF process, ensure regulatory compliance, and assist mission partners with risk mitigation and threat awareness.
• Collaborate across governance, RMF operations, compliance monitoring, and cyber threat innovation initiatives.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in IT operations or cybersecurity
• Experience in a cybersecurity compliance, operations, or engineering leadership role
• Experience supporting cybersecurity compliance, audits, or inspections
• Ability to partner with senior leaders (CISO, CIO, CTO, and executives) to shape and mature cybersecurity capabilities
• Experience collaborating with project and proposal teams to integrate cybersecurity solutions and develop robust implementation plans and roadmaps
• Ability to author technical documentation, whitepapers, and blogs on cybersecurity topics
• TS/SCI clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• Information security certifications such as CEH, CISM, CCSP, CCSK, CISSP, or CompTIA Security+

Technologies

• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Microsoft Azure
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Life benefits
• Disability benefits
• Financial benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Paid leave
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance
• Work-life programs
• Dependent care
• Recognition awards program

NICE IF YOU HAVE

• Experience addressing defense or national security issues in the Indo-Pacific region
• Background working at a DoW Command-level Headquarters
• Familiarity with NIST 800-53 and DoD 8500 or 8510
• Experience selecting, designing, and implementing security tools for large, complex federal or commercial organizations
• Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Knowledge of eMASS and Mission Partner Engagement (MPE)
• Knowledge of innovative cybersecurity capabilities, including AI/ML, Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), and Big Data
• Ability to support development of cybersecurity policies or governance frameworks
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Bachelor's degree

CLEARANCE

• TS/SCI clearance is required; applicants may undergo a security investigation to determine eligibility for access to classified information.

IDENTITY STATEMENT

As part of the hiring process, you will complete an identity verification process that uses advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and prevent fraud. Applicants should be on camera for interviews and assessments, and Booz Allen may capture a photo to verify identity and prevent fraud.

CANDIDATE AI USAGE POLICY

AI tools are part of Booz Allen's everyday work, but the candidate process remains based on your own skills and knowledge. Use of AI or other tools to assist with interview responses is prohibited unless explicit permission is granted.

WORK MODEL

• Remote: The role may require occasional in-person work at Booz Allen or a client facility.
• Hybrid: Regular in-office work at a Booz Allen facility with potential visits to client sites as needed.
• Onsite: Primary work at a Booz Allen office or client facility, with collaboration alongside colleagues and customers.

COMMITMENT TO NON-DISCRIMINATION

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.