Cybersecurity Software Engineer

Cybersecurity Software Engineer

Key Role:

Serve as a part of an integrated team of engineers and cybersecurity experts focused on implementing plans to make IT systems as resistant to attack and as survivable under attack as possible. Provide the expertise and technical knowledge to perform analysis to ensure security controls are consistently implemented, integrate new technology with IT security standards, and develop and execute plans for monitoring, assessing, and verifying security controls across all major information systems. Develop, evaluate, and exercise IT survivability and contingency plans. Ensure consistent application of information security standards across all agency information systems to meet all regulatory and agency documented standards and guidance. Ensure preparation for internal and external audits through management of all infrastructure artifacts required to pass audits. Advise on an integrated, dynamic cyber defense and leverage cybersecurity solutions to deliver cybersecurity operational services, including intrusion detection and prevention, situational awareness of network and device intrusions, security events and data spillage, and incident response actions.

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience evaluating security vulnerabilities, developing mitigation strategies, or implementing remediation activities
• Experience performing annual security reviews developing IT contingency plans (ITCPs), disaster recovery plans (DRPs), and continuity of operations plans
• Knowledge of National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Ability to create cybersecurity documentation, including security plans and procedures
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience with cybersecurity in a professional or academic research environment, or 8+ years of experience with cybersecurity in a professional or academic research environment in lieu of a degree
• Security+ Certification

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience performing Certification and Accreditation (C&A) package reviews to ensure compliance with all federal, DoD, and Army requirements
• Possession of excellent research and analytical skills
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Top Secret clearance
• CISSP or equivalent 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 $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

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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.

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.