Cybersecurity Test Engineer, Junior

Booz Allen Hamilton • Rome, NY

272d • $55,200 - $126,000

About The Position

As a Cybersecurity Test Engineer, Junior, you will collaborate with a team of creative problem solvers to test and evaluate systems through a Whitebox adversarial approach for the DoD in support of our Air Force clients. You will work with systems that are assessed based on the NIST 800-53 Risk Management Framework security controls. Your focus will be on the filtering capabilities and data flows, including low levels, within the architecture of the system, including Mandatory Access Controls and Discretionary Access Controls. This role will allow you to build capabilities by learning from others' expertise within our skilled team.

Requirements

• Experience with Linux command line, including scripting in Ruby, Python, or Bash.
• Experience with networking concepts.
• Experience with virtualization.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to obtain a DoD IAT Level II Security+ CE Certification within 120 days of start date.

Nice To Haves

• Experience analyzing and executing test plans and procedures.
• Experience developing or analyzing technical documentation.
• Experience with penetration testing or adversarial emulation.
• Experience with NIST 800-53 security controls.
• Knowledge of cyber threats and system hardening.
• Knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools, including Kali Linux, Wireshark, Tripwire, Burp Suite, and Metasploit.
• OSCP, CISSP, CASP, Red Hat CSA, or GPEN Certification.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team to test and evaluate systems using a Whitebox adversarial approach.
• Assess systems based on NIST 800-53 Risk Management Framework security controls.
• Focus on filtering capabilities and data flows within system architecture.
• Learn from team members to build capabilities.

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave.
• Professional development.
• Tuition assistance.
• Work-life programs.
• Dependent care.
• Recognition awards program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED