Application Security Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton • McLean, VA

2d • $86,800 - $198,000

About The Position

Support Booz Allen’s internal Enterprise Cybersecurity team by managing application security vulnerabilities. Use Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tools to identify and remediate code-level vulnerabilities, and conduct web application scans to detect security weaknesses in internal and client-facing applications. Collaborate with development teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and promote secure coding practices. Stay current with emerging application security threats and work with other cybersecurity teams in a Cyber Fusion Center (CFC) environment to understand the impact and risks of application vulnerabilities across the global enterprise. Conduct direct outreach to development teams to support rapid remediation of critical findings. Assist the Attack Surface Management team lead with providing metrics and KPIs to operational teams and senior leadership as needed. U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work performed within the facility.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience in application security, including vulnerability assessment and remediation.
• Experience with SAST, secret-scanning, and open-source library dependency vulnerability-scanning tools.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and common application vulnerabilities, including the OWASP Top 10.
• Knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and DevSecOps principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, supporting teams, and management.
• Ability to triage and prioritize vulnerabilities based on risk and business impact.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• One of the following education and experience combinations: an associate's degree and at least 7 years of experience supporting IT projects and activities; a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years; a master's degree and at least 3 years; or at least 10 years of experience supporting IT projects and activities in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

• Experience integrating application security tools into CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with Selenium, DAST, or IAST tools.
• Experience with cloud application security in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience with GitHub.
• Knowledge of Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript.
• Knowledge of container security and Kubernetes environments.
• Knowledge of threat modeling and secure architecture design.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• GWAPT, CSSLP, CEH, or Security+ certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage application security vulnerabilities for Booz Allen’s internal Enterprise Cybersecurity team.
• Use SAST tools to identify and remediate code-level vulnerabilities.
• Conduct web application scanning to identify security weaknesses in internal and client-facing applications.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security into the SDLC and promote secure coding practices.
• Stay current with emerging application security threats.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams in a Cyber Fusion Center environment to assess the impact and risks of application vulnerabilities to the global enterprise.
• Contact development teams directly to ensure rapid remediation of critical findings.
• Assist the Attack Surface Management team lead in providing metrics and KPIs to operational teams and senior leadership.

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability benefits.
• Financial and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave.
• Professional development.
• Tuition assistance.
• Work-life programs.
• Dependent care.
• Recognition awards program for exceptional performance and demonstration of company values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree