Cyber Security Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton • Fort Belvoir, VA

5d • $69,400 - $158,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Cyber Security Engineer supports United States Army systems by assessing cyber posture, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing security solutions for tactical and deployed systems. The role focuses primarily on Red Hat Enterprise Linux and involves maintaining secure infrastructure across physical, virtual, and cloud environments, including classified and unclassified systems. The engineer works with Army Program Executive Offices and collaborates with systems engineers, software developers, and cybersecurity experts to address client mission objectives and operational needs. The position also contributes to planning the acquisition, installation, and configuration of Army systems that maintain an Authority to Operate through the Risk Management Framework process.

Requirements

• Experience as a Linux Systems Engineer or Administrator.
• Experience with RHEL 8 and 9.
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hypervisor, and KVM.
• Experience with shell scripting and automation such as Bash, Python, and Ansible.
• Knowledge of changes in RHEL 10.
• Knowledge of system hardening, security best practices, and networking concepts including IPv4, SSH, and firewalls.
• Knowledge of monitoring and cybersecurity tools including ACAS Security Center, Evaluate STIG, STIG Viewer, and Nessus Scanner.
• Knowledge of containerization such as Docker, Podman, and Kubernetes.
• Secret clearance.
• High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms and incident response frameworks.
• Bachelor's degree in science.
• Red Hat Engineer Certification.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems across physical, virtual, and cloud environments.
• Apply system updates, patches, and configuration changes to maintain cyber posture.
• Write and maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Conduct monthly Nessus vulnerability scans and submit reports of findings.
• Apply Secure Technical Implementation Guides to RHEL and Windows systems and document configuration changes.
• Manage system licensing and register systems on the Red Hat customer portal.
• Install and configure Linux-based applications and software, including NGINX, MediaMTX, and Redis DB.
• Troubleshoot and analyze customer challenges using network and cybersecurity best practices, tools, and scripting techniques.
• Assess security threats and implement infrastructure controls.
• Research and develop security solutions, and contribute expertise to planning Army system acquisition, installation, and configuration.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED