Information Systems Security Engineer focusing on RMF/ATO and DoD cybersecurity for government clients.
Responsibilities
- Ensure security requirements are integrated into system architecture through deliberate security design and configuration.
- Coordinate changes with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) and implement all DoD cybersecurity policies and procedures per relevant documentation.
- Document, monitor, update, and manage systems to maintain an acceptable security posture and achieve Interim Authority to Operate (IATO) and Authority to Operate (ATO).
- Support DoD and military clients in delivering advanced cybersecurity solutions, including RMF implementation and policy analysis.
- Assist in solving complex problems involving hybrid systems from a cybersecurity perspective.
- Operate with minimal supervision within established procedures and practices.
- Grow as a team through mentoring, hands-on problem solving, and opportunities to learn new tools to deliver optimal client solutions.
- Contribute to securing AI and ML networks critical to client missions.
Requirements
- 3+ years guiding a client through the complete RMF and ATO lifecycle.
- Experience as an Information System Security Engineer (ISSE), Information System Security Officer (ISSO), or in IT, Cybersecurity, or IT Service Management roles.
- Experience performing enterprise vulnerability scanning with ACAS, leading risk remediation, conducting security control assessments, and aligning with DoD directives and STIGs.
- Experience attaining system certification, accreditation, assessment, and authorization, including IATT and ATOs.
- Experience engineering and hardening robust security solutions such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM to defend against emerging threats.
- Knowledge of the systems and software engineering management process as applied to DoD acquisition across all life cycle phases.
- Knowledge of DoD communication, cybersecurity, and IT systems.
- TS/SCI clearance.
- Education: Associate's degree with 7+ years of cybersecurity experience, or Bachelor's degree with 3+ years, or 9+ years of cybersecurity experience in lieu of a degree.
- DoD 8140 IAT Level II Certification.
Technologies
- ACAS
- Firewalls
- IDS/IPS
- SIEM
- AWS
- Linux
- UNIX
- Ubuntu
- Red Hat
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Life insurance
- Disability benefits
- Financial benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid leave
- Professional development
- Tuition assistance
- Work-life programs
- Dependent care
Nice to have
- Experience with DevSecOps
- Experience with Cloud technologies and environments such as AWS
- Experience with Agile methodologies
- Experience with Linux, UNIX, Ubuntu, or Red Hat
- Ability to apply Cybersecurity engineering methods to solution development life cycle activities
- Ability to research emerging technology and apply it to cutting-edge problems
- Strong presentation and collaboration skills
- Master's degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity
- CISSP-ISSEP, CCSP, or CISM Certification
Clearance
TS/SCI clearance is required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Work model
- Remote: May require occasional in-person work at Booz Allen or client facilities
- Hybrid: Frequent in-office work at Booz Allen facility with possible client facility visits
- Onsite: Primarily at Booz Allen office or customer facility in Warner Robins, GA
Location
Warner Robins, GA (onsite)
Identity verification
As part of the hiring process, identity verification uses advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments, and there may be a verification of your identity with a photo to prevent fraud.
Candidate AI usage policy
AI tools are part of daily work, but their use during interviews is prohibited unless explicit permission is provided. Candidate evaluations will be based on your own skills and knowledge.
Compensation
Salary range: USD 77,500 to 176,000 per year. Booz Allen offers comprehensive benefits including health, life, disability, retirement, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care, along with recognition awards for exceptional performance.
