Space Systems Security Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton offers a mission-focused environment where advanced space systems security meets real world impact. This onsite role in Colorado Springs supports the US Space Force by leading cyber risk management and secure-system design for Space Mission Systems, guiding teams to balance security with mission needs. The position offers a competitive salary range of USD 112,800 to 257,000 per year, along with a robust set of benefits and a path for professional growth.

Our benefits package prioritizes your health, financial security, and continuous development, including health benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, financial benefits, retirement benefits, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, dependent care, and a recognition awards program.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams in designing systems that mitigate risk to Space Mission Operations.
• Coordinate with development teams to identify the right mix of tools and techniques, translating customer IT needs into secure, effective solutions.
• Advise on modern security approaches, moving beyond legacy models to align with industry directions.
• Guide risk management by presenting alternatives and tailoring solutions to maintain balance between security and mission requirements.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience supporting cyber risk management on space mission systems through systems engineering and design.
• 5+ years of experience working with space transport networks.
• 4+ years of experience leading teams to evaluate and prioritize cyber threats to inform space mission owners on design and engineering decisions.
• Ability to communicate cyber risks in terms of engineering and programmatic risk.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity.
• DoD 8140 Intermediate Certification such as Security+, CCSP, or GSEC.

Technologies

• Jira
• Confluence
• MS Teams

Nice to have

• 10+ years of experience supporting cyber risk management on space mission systems through systems engineering and design.
• 4+ years of experience executing process improvement.
• Knowledge of DoD cyber risk management processes such as RMF or the Cybersecurity Framework.
• Ability to manage team activities using Jira, Confluence, and MS Teams.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity.
• DoD 8140 Advanced Certification such as CISSP, GDSA, or CCNP.

Work model

Onsite: work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.