FMS Cybersecurity Engineer

This position centers on advancing secure collaboration across international environments while ensuring DoD standards are met, and it offers a pathway to contribute to future space security cooperation initiatives within the Space Force.

Responsibilities

• Assess potential vulnerabilities and corresponding mitigations.
• Evaluate cybersecurity solutions for international satellite programs.
• Collaborate with international partner engineers to implement cyber solutions within partner environments.
• Operationalize the Zero Trust Architecture by coordinating the rollout of ZTA controls, including identity management and micro-segmentation, to enable secure collaboration.
• Develop technical architectures that enable partners to access shared mission data without compromising national security.
• Perform in-depth evaluations of cyber solutions to ensure partners obtain battle-ready, DoD-compatible technology tailored to operational requirements and workforce maturity.
• Support the future space security cooperation and security assistance mission within the U.S. Space Force.
• Contribute to ongoing space security initiatives as part of the team.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in enterprise IT engineering and cybersecurity architecture in high-tempo production environments, including designing and deploying defensive security solutions such as IDPS, NGFW, EDR / XDR, SIEM, PCAP, DLP, or C2C, for hybrid IT environments.
• 2+ years of experience delivering cybersecurity projects in large, complex environments, including architecture design, implementation, integration, and coordination across engineering, operations, and leadership stakeholders.
• Experience with cybersecurity technologies spanning SIEM, SOAR, RMF, endpoint security, vulnerability scanning, DLP, firewalls, IDS / NDR, PCAP analysis, virtualization, infrastructure platforms, and automation across on-premises and cloud environments to guide decisions on tool selection, integration, and maturation.
• Experience architecting solution roadmaps and cybersecurity capabilities in alignment with industry standards, including NIST SP800-37, SP800-53, SP800-207, RMF, and the DoD Zero Trust Reference Architecture.
• Ability to work on-site, proficient with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint), and capable of communicating at the executive leadership level.
• Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Information Assurance Management (IAM), Information Assurance Technical (IAT), or Information Assurance System Architect and Engineer (IASAE) Certification.

Nice If You Have

• Experience collaborating with foreign military cyber units in OCONUS environments.
• Experience delivering solutions using Agile, ITSM, ITIL, and SELC best practices.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• CISSP, GCIH, or GIAC Certification.

Clearance

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

Compensation

The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000 to $225,000 per year (USD). Booz Allen determines salary based on location, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, contract-specific requirements, and other factors. This range represents typical compensation for the role.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, an identity verification process using biometric and AI-based methods may be used to confirm authenticity. Interview and assessment sessions may require on-camera presence and there may be a process to verify identity through facial recognition measures.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI tools are part of Booz Allen's daily workflow, and the company is committed to ethical use. Use of AI or other tools to assist with responses during interviews is prohibited unless explicit permission is provided.

Work Model

The organization emphasizes a people-first culture that supports collaboration, whether in person or virtually. On-site work is typical, with possible in-person requirements at Booz Allen or customer facilities. Remote roles may still involve occasional on-site work, and hybrid roles require regular facility presence in line with leadership expectations and role needs.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.

Technologies

• IDPS
• NGFW
• EDR / XDR
• SIEM
• PCAP
• DLP
• C2C
• SOAR
• RMF
• Endpoint security
• Vulnerability scanning
• Firewalls
• IDS / NDR
• PCAP analysis
• Virtualization
• Infrastructure platforms
• Automation
• Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA)
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Teams
• Microsoft PowerPoint

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