Cyber Security Engineer

Job Number: R0239077

Cyber Security Engineer

The Opportunity:

Support secure, onpremises systems. Support highvisibility DoD and U.S. Space Force missions, ensuring the protection and resilience of critical systems. Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls for onpremises classified systems. Support RMF package development, ATO sustainment, and continuous monitoring. Perform log analysis, event triage, and defensive cyber operations. Support incident response, containment, and forensic activities. Maintain documentation including POA&Ms, SOPs, and configuration baselines. Collaborate with engineering, mission, and facility teams across client locations. This position is located in Aurora and Colorado Springs, CO.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience with cybersecurity, system security engineering, or defensive cyber operations

• Experience with RMF, NIST 80053, and DoD cybersecurity standards

• Experience with vulnerability scanners, SIEM tools, endpoint protections, or log platforms

• Experience with application security or software security engineering

• Knowledge of DevSecOps best practices

• Knowledge of code scanning tools such as SAST or DAST

• Ability to secure and harden Windows or Linux systems

• Secret clearance

• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with eMASS, XACTA, STIG Viewer, and SCAP tools

• Experience with scripting, including Python, PowerShell, or Bash

• Experience in classified environments and the DoD network

• Ability to conduct vulnerability scanning, STIG hardening, and remediation tracking

• TS/SCI clearance

• Cybersecurity certifications, including Security+, CySA+, CASP+, CISSP, GSEC, or similar

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

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

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 $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (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.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided .

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

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

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.