Information Security Risk Specialist

Booz Allen Hamilton•Honolulu, HI

About The Position

As an Information Security Risk Specialist, you will work with Department of War (DoW) leaders to identify cybersecurity risks, understand applicable policies, and develop mitigation plans. You will review technical and personnel information from subject matter experts to assess the threat landscape, then guide customers through plans of action using presentations, whitepapers, and milestones. You will translate security concepts to support informed decisions that protect mission-critical networks and military communications systems. The role offers the opportunity to serve as an information security subject matter expert while developing skills in cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience supporting RMF authorization activities, such as NIST SP 800-37 or SP 800-53, on DoD or IC information systems.
Experience with continuous monitoring tools such as ACAS, Nessus, SCAP, or STIG Viewer, and coordinating vulnerability remediation.
Experience with categorization methodology under FIPS 199 and NIST SP 800-60, and impact-level determinations for classified or national security systems under CNSSI 1253.
Knowledge of eMASS, including package population, artifact management, POA&M tracking, and control inheritance or hybrid control management.
Ability to interpret and apply control assessment procedures and produce assessment-ready documentation without extensive rework.
Ability to clearly document security rationale for AO or SCA review without additional translation by the ISSM.
TS/SCI clearance; applicants are subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
High school diploma or GED.
Information Security certification, including CEH, CISM, CCSP, CCSK, CISSP, or CompTIA Security+.

Nice To Haves

Experience with defense or national security-related issues in the Indo-Pacific region.
Experience working at a DoW Command-level Headquarters.
Experience with NIST 800-53 and DoD 8500 or 8510.
Experience selecting, designing, and implementing security tools and capabilities for large, complex federal or commercial organizations.
Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS), Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Knowledge of the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) and Mission Partner Engagement (MPE).
Knowledge of innovative cybersecurity capabilities, including AI and machine learning, Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), and Big Data.
Ability to assist with developing cybersecurity policies or governance frameworks.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

Work with DoW leaders to identify cyber risks and understand applicable policies.
Develop plans to mitigate cybersecurity risks.
Review technical and personnel details provided by subject matter experts to assess the threat landscape.
Guide customers through plans of action using presentations, whitepapers, and milestones.
Translate security concepts to help customers make decisions about securing mission-critical networks.