Cybersecurity Engineer and Risk Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton•San Diego, CA

1d•$99,000 - $225,000•Remote

About The Position

This role offers an opportunity to advance experience in cybersecurity and security engineering to safeguard the nation. As a systems security and network security engineer, the individual will identify tools, applications, and systems needed to assess vulnerabilities and recommend the best solution and security strategy to protect military operations. The position involves troubleshooting and analyzing complex challenges using knowledge of cybersecurity policy, networks, system infrastructure, and risk management. The role requires research and development of security solutions based on technology and market trends. Experience with ACAS, STIGing, and scanning will be used to assess security threats and implement infrastructure controls. This role closely impacts Navy missions by championing cybersecurity, discovering cyber risks, and providing hands-on support to critical mission areas. The team focuses on growth through mentoring, challenging problem-solving, and opportunities to learn new tools and skills to create the best solutions for customers.

Requirements

4+ years of experience working with the Information Technology (IT) systems for a DoD or government agency
4+ years of experience leading Navy Risk Management Framework (RMF), including Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities, and the preparation, direct development, and maintenance of RMF artifacts, packages, and deliverables across all steps, including Security Assessment Plans (SAP)
4+ years of experience implementing security controls and policies, performing cybersecurity compliance testing using industry standard tools, and performing vulnerability analysis and remediation of networks, systems, and communications protocols
Experience with operating systems, platforms, and technologies, including Windows, Linux, cloud, or virtualization
Experience with architecture visualization, and developing and maintaining system artifacts, including Boundary Diagrams and Data Flow Diagrams
Experience with eMASS, including Security Plan development and processing of packages through workflows, assisting with generating security policies, evaluating assessment documentation, and developing written security risks, mitigations, and recommendations
Ability to devise and execute client deliverables, work independently, identify problems and devise analysis and solutions, communicate results to both technical and non-technical audiences, and lead the accomplishments of client tasks from inception to completion
Secret clearance
HS diploma or GED
DoD 8140 Certification

Nice To Haves

Experience with tools such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), and Evaluate-STIG
Experience integrating security into DevOps or DevSecOps pipelines
Experience implementing automation methodologies and processes
Experience deploying, implementing, maintaining, and integrating cybersecurity tools and applications in alignment with the current threat landscape, and analyzing risks and opportunities at both tactical and strategic levels
Experience with network engineering functions, including Windows, Linux, and virtual operating systems, security tools, platforms, and technologies, including network and web application firewalls, web proxy, intrusion prevention systems, vulnerability scanners, and penetration tools
Ability to meet cyber schedule, performance, and quality metrics within the systems development lifecycle and acquisition lifecycle
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

Responsibilities

Develop relationships quickly and easily with other teams, communicating the complexities of security with a wide variety of audiences, including senior management.
Implement infrastructure and cybersecurity controls, including enhanced detection and vulnerability capabilities and improved event correlation in large enterprises.
Perform risk and vulnerability assessments in network, system, and application areas.
Leverage big data analytics and traditional security event types to identify advanced threats or indicators of compromise.