Cyber Operations and Readiness Specialist

Cyber Operations and Readiness Specialist

The Opportunity:

As a cyber mission specialist, you understand the value of hunt-forward operations, and you know that battles are won in the grey. At Booz Allen, you can use your cyberspace operations experience to create solutions that will be executed on a worldwide stage. We’re looking for an experienced cyber mission specialist like you to apply your knowledge in defensive cyberspace operations and readiness and impact our nation’s cybersecurity posture.

In this role, you’ll be counted on to understand cyberspace capabilities to evaluate potential weaknesses as well as the effectiveness of mitigations for cybersecurity solutions. You will leverage cyberspace operations systems to aggregate threat feeds that inform briefings for senior leadership aligned to Defense Readiness Reporting System (DRRS), Joint Command and Control - Readiness (JCC2-R), and Deliberate and Crisis Action Planning and Execution System (DCAPES).

This is an opportunity to use your research and analysis abilities to adequately assess and inform operators and senior leadership or commanders on dynamic adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures for the Air Force's defensive cyberspace protection teams. Your role will be vital in the development of operations plans to support command and control.

If you want to be in the fight, working shoulder to shoulder with our mission partner and influencing the most critical global cyber missions, this is the opportunity for you.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 1+ years of experience automating reporting pipelines to generate authoritative readiness summaries for HHQ, including justification for non-supportable taskings

• 1+ years of experience applying NLP to maintain consistent liaison communications with Wing and HHQ entities

• Experience applying predictive analytics to synthesize manning, training, and equipment data into Air Force Force Generation (AFFORGEN) aligned readiness assessments

• Experience integrating cyber capabilities into joint and coalition operational plans

• Knowledge of master force schedule and deconflicting operational taskings with training requirements

• TS/SCI clearance

• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have:

• 2+ years of experience standardizing training and certification management

• Experience conducting gap analyses and advising leadership on strategic investments

• Experience reporting through automated workflows and strategic briefings

• Ability to communicate professionally and brief senior leaders

• Possession of excellent critical thinking and analytical skills to solve complex problems

• Possession of excellent planning and coordination skills

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI 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 $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.