Cyber Security Specialist
Key Role:
Develop innovative solutions to complex cyber risk problems and manage evaluation and accreditation of client systems. Apply technical solutions working in virtualized environments. Coordinate work with various teams to identify the right mix of tools and techniques to translate your customer’s cyber security needs and future goals into a plan that will enable secure and effective solutions. Investigate new techniques, break free from the legacy model, and go where the industry is going. Lead the team through a critical approach to network design, providing alternatives and customizing solutions, to maintain a balance of security and mission needs.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience with cyber hardening, vulnerability management, scanning, assessment, or tools
Experience with cyber security standards and translating them into usable requirements
Knowledge of security technologies and devices, such as network firewalls, web proxies, intrusion prevention systems and intrusion detection systems, vulnerability scanners, or penetration tools
Knowledge of symmetric and asymmetric crypto algorithms or technologies, keying materials, PKI certificates, and security life cycle management
Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience with complex cybersecurity projects and integrated systems, or 5+ years of experience with complex cybersecurity projects and integrated systems in lieu of a degree
Additional Qualifications:
Experience with NIST or DoD direct security support
Experience with DoD approval such as registration, certification, or approvals, processes, and requirements
TS/SCI clearance
DoD 8570 Level I Certification
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.
Compensation
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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $60,400.00 to $137,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
- If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
- If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.
EEO Commitment
We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
