Cybersecurity Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton•Usa, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cybersecurity Engineer will support secure, on-premises systems, focusing on high-visibility DoD and U.S. Space Force missions. This role ensures the protection and resilience of critical systems by implementing and maintaining cybersecurity controls for on-premises classified systems. Responsibilities include supporting RMF package development, ATO sustainment, continuous monitoring, log analysis, event triage, and defensive cyber operations. The engineer will also support incident response, containment, and forensic activities, as well as maintain essential documentation like POA&Ms, SOPs, and configuration baselines. Collaboration with engineering, mission, and facility teams across client locations is a key aspect of this position.

Requirements

3+ years of experience with cybersecurity, system security engineering, or defensive cyber operations
Experience with RMF, NIST 800-53, and DoD cybersecurity standards
Experience with vulnerability scanners, SIEM tools, endpoint protections, or log platforms
Experience with application security or software security engineering
Knowledge of DevSecOps best practices
Knowledge of code scanning tools
Ability to secure and harden Windows or Linux systems
Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree

Nice To Haves

Experience with eMASS, XACTA, STIG Viewer, and SCAP tools
Experience with scripting, including Python, PowerShell, or Bash
Experience in classified environments and the DoD network
Ability to conduct vulnerability scanning, STIG hardening, and remediation tracking
TS/SCI clearance
Cybersecurity Certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CASP+, CISSP, GSEC, or similar Certifications

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls for on-premises classified systems.
Support RMF package development, ATO sustainment, and continuous monitoring.
Perform log analysis, event triage, and defensive cyber operations.
Support incident response, containment, and forensic activities.
Maintain documentation, including POA&Ms, SOPs, and configuration baselines.
Collaborate with engineering, mission, and facility teams across client locations.