Information Systems Security Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton • Charleston, SC

10d • $99,000 - $225,000

About The Position

The Information Systems Security Engineer will develop and implement security solutions to safeguard USAF infrastructure and support connections between classified systems and the cloud. The role involves troubleshooting complex customer challenges, researching technology and market trends, assessing security threats, and implementing infrastructure controls using cybersecurity operations and Risk Management Framework (RMF) expertise.

The engineer will collaborate with internal teams and USAF clients, communicate security complexities to varied audiences including senior management, and contribute to solutions through hands-on problem-solving. Applicants must hold an active TS/SCI clearance and meet the stated education and certification requirements.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience implementing the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• At least 3 years of experience providing leadership as an ISSO or ISSM.
• Experience writing or reviewing RMF artifacts for ATO accreditation packages.
• Experience analyzing compliance and vulnerability scan results and implementing appropriate mitigations.
• Experience supporting network servers, devices, or protocols.
• Experience interfacing with internal and external SMEs such as PMs, SCAs, and AOs.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• High school diploma or GED.
• DoD 8570 IAM Level II Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using SIEM tools such as Splunk or Elastic.
• Experience supporting JSIG in classified environments.
• Experience with eMASS.
• Experience in Special Access IT.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies such as AWS or Azure.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
• DoD 8140 Security Architect Advanced Certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with other teams and communicate security complexities to a wide range 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 across network, system, and application areas.
• Use big data analytics and traditional security event types to identify advanced threats or indicators of compromise.
• Troubleshoot and analyze complex customer challenges using knowledge of network and cyber devices.
• Research and develop security solutions based on technology and market trends.
• Support connecting disparate classified systems to the cloud.

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability benefits.
• 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: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED