Unmanned Platforms Cybersecurity Engineer, Lead
$86.8k - $198kBooz Allen Hamilton
- # Unmanned Platforms Cybersecurity Engineer, LeadApplylocations: Washington, DCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 1, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R0241572Unmanned Platforms Cybersecurity Engineer, Lead**The Opportunity:**Everyone knows security needs to be “baked in” to a system architecture—you actually know how to bake it in. You can identify and implement ways to harden systems and reduce their attack surface for unmanned vehicles. What if you could use your cyber architecture skills to lead the design and development of secure systems for the US Navy? We’re looking for a cyber engineerwho can create autonomous solutions for Navythat will withstand even the most advanced cyber threats.As a lead Cybersecurity Engineerat Booz Allen, you’ll lead cyber efforts to enhance security of unmanned and autonomous platforms. You’ll coordinate work with in-house teams, legacy OEMs, and start-ups to identify the right mix of tools and techniques to translate your customer’s Cyber needs and goals into a plan that will enable secure and effective solutions. We need to come up with the best solutions, so you’ll advise on new techniques, break free from the legacy model, and go where the industry is going. You’ll guide the team through a critical approach to network design, providing alternatives and customizing solutions to maintain a balance of security and mission needs.This is a chance to lead a team to make a difference in the security of autonomous and unmanned war fighting area. You’ll oversee efforts to help customers overcome their most difficult challenges by integrating secure practices and identifying new solutions. You’ll broaden your skillset into areas like AI, autonomy, rapid acquisitions, and growing unmanned industry while building peace of mind in a critical infrastructure. As a technical leader, you’ll identify new opportunities to use cybersecurity solutions to help your clients meet their toughest challenges.Work with us as we protect and advance unmanned and uncrewed platforms in the Navy.Join us. The world can’t wait.**You Have:*** 8+ years of experience leading cybersecurity teams and driving efforts to enhance cybersecurity capabilities* 8+ years of experience with infrastructure architecture and security management for DoD programs, providing software engineering design, development, frameworks, and analysis of alternatives, and presenting technical options to leadership and clients* 5+ years of experience supporting Navy programs* Knowledge of Navy acquisition process and Cybersecurity requirements* Ability to adapt to changing requirements and priorities* Top Secret clearance* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Cybersecurity* CISSP or CISM Certification**Nice If You Have:*** Experience with the implementation of National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) special publications, federal regulations, and DoD policies* Knowledge of network segmentation architecture planning and best practices and network routing, switching, management, security protocols, and best practices* Knowledge of software-defined networking concepts and security requirements* Knowledge of COMSEC protocols and methods* Ability to interact with technical managers and architecture teams to articulate requirements and processes, while collaborating on design and implementation options**Clearance:** Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top 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. 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