Join Booz Allen Hamilton in a role dedicated to protecting critical government infrastructure. This on site opportunity in McLean, VA offers a competitive annual salary range of USD 99,000 to 225,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package. You will support IL5 security operations, operate advanced security tooling, and advance proactive threat containment in a government environment. The culture emphasizes collaboration, professional development, and a commitment to secure, resilient systems.
Responsibilities
- Provide security operations support for an IL5 environment by administering advanced tools such as CrowdStrike Falcon EDR/AV, Tenable Cloud Security Enterprise, and BigID.
- Deploy and maintain endpoint detection and response capabilities to identify and mitigate threats in real time.
- Perform vulnerability assessments across cloud and hybrid infrastructure.
- Implement data loss prevention strategies to safeguard sensitive information.
- Collaborate with IT, risk, and operations teams to ensure operational excellence and DoD security standards, supporting ongoing improvement of the security posture.
- Drive zero trust and proactive threat mitigation initiatives within a high-sensitivity government environment.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations or security engineering.
- Experience administering security tools such as EDR, vulnerability management, and DLP platforms, including CrowdStrike Falcon, Tenable, or BigID.
- Experience performing threat detection, incident analysis, and response activities in enterprise environments.
- Experience supporting vulnerability scanning, remediation workflows, and risk assessments.
- Ability to collaborate with IT, risk, and operations teams to maintain secure and compliant environments.
- Bachelor's degree.
Technologies
- CrowdStrike Falcon EDR/AV, Tenable Cloud Security Enterprise, BigID
- SIEM, SOAR
- Python, PowerShell
- AWS, Azure, Google Cloud
- RMF, NIST 800-53, DFARS
Work Model
Onsite work in Booz Allen facilities or at customer facilities as required by the role. Occasional in-person collaboration may be needed to align with leadership expectations and project needs.
Identity verification and candidate policy
As part of the hiring process, Booz Allen uses an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and prevent fraud. You may be required to be on camera during interviews and assessments, and Booz Allen may take your photo to verify identity.
AI usage in the workplace is managed carefully. AI tools may be used in daily work, but candidate responses during interviews are evaluated based on your own skills and knowledge unless explicit permission is provided.
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.
Nice to have
- Experience deploying and managing security tools in IL5 or other high classification environments.
- Familiarity with DoD frameworks such as RMF, NIST 800-53, or DFARS.
- Experience integrating security tools with SIEM or SOAR platforms.
- Scripting or automation experience using Python, PowerShell, or similar.
- Knowledge of cloud security architectures in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, including hybrid environment controls.
- Certifications such as Security+, CISSP, GIAC, or CCFA.
Compensation and benefits aside, this role emphasizes collaboration, continuous security improvement, and the opportunity to contribute to secure government operations in a dynamic IL5 context.
