The Cybersecurity Engineer role stationed in Arlington, VA on site focuses on operating, securing, and monitoring cloud infrastructure, translating DoD requirements to technical teams, and helping design cloud-based security architectures for critical systems.
Responsibilities
- Operate, secure, and monitor cloud infrastructure with emphasis on system hardening, patch management, and vulnerability remediation.
- Interpret DoD requirements from stakeholders and ensure technical solutions meet those requirements.
- Contribute to the development of cloud-based security architectures for highly critical systems.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of related experience.
- 5+ years of experience securing cloud infrastructure and applications in AWS GovCloud and Azure GCCH.
- 5+ years of experience with Authority to Operate (ATO) and DoD Cloud SRG requirements.
- 2+ years of experience with CMMC authorizations.
- Knowledge of centralized logging, boundary defense, web application firewalls, system patching, RBAC, and vulnerability scanning.
- Knowledge of compensating controls for diverse use cases.
- Secret security clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- DoD 8570 IAT Level II or IAT Level III certification.
Technologies
- AWS GovCloud
- Azure GCCH
- PowerShell
- Bash
- Python
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Life insurance
- Disability benefits
- Financial benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid leave
- Professional development
- Tuition assistance
- Work-life programs
- Dependent care
- Recognition awards program
The Opportunity
Organizations seek to leverage cloud capabilities while maintaining strong security. As a cloud security architect, you assess and implement requirements that safeguard information systems and prevent unauthorized access or destruction. This role offers the chance to apply cloud security expertise to support one of the DoD's largest software factories, shaping cloud-based security architectures for critical systems. You will operate, secure, and monitor cloud infrastructure, translate DoD requirements to technical teams, and pursue innovative security approaches using the latest cloud technologies. The position emphasizes automation of security events, cloud security, and zero trust, contributing to secure software delivery for a modern multirole warfighter environment.
Nice If You Have
- Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python
- Experience documenting security assessments for diverse assessors
- Experience with cross domain solutions
- Experience in multi cloud deployments
- Knowledge of cybersecurity risk management processes and DoD security tools
- Knowledge of governance, risk, and compliance strategies and tools
- Certifications from Trelix, ENS, and Tenable
- AWS or Azure certifications
Clearance
- Applicants selected may undergo a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.
- Secret clearance is required.
Compensation
The projected annual compensation range is USD 86,800.00 to 198,000.00, with final salary determined by location, education, knowledge, skills, experience, and contract-specific considerations. Booz Allen offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement programs, along with paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. The posted range reflects typical market conditions and is one component of the total compensation package. This posting will close within 90 days of the posting date.
Identity Statement
As part of the hiring process, you will complete an identity verification process that uses biometrics and artificial intelligence to confirm authenticity and prevent identity fraud. Interviews and assessments may require you to be on camera, and Booz Allen may take your photo to verify identity and deter fraud.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
AI tools are used at Booz Allen as part of daily work, with a commitment to ethical and fair use. The candidate process remains based on your own skills and knowledge. The use of artificial intelligence or similar tools to assist with responses during interviews is prohibited unless explicit permission is given.
Work Model
This position is onsite at Booz Allen facilities or customer sites, with potential for occasional remote work as defined by leadership expectations and role needs. Availability for in-person collaboration is a requirement of the role.
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 laws.
