Information Security Risk Specialist
The Opportunity:
- Cyber threats are everywhere, and the constantly evolving nature of these threats can make understanding them seem overwhelming to Department of War (DoW) organizations.
- In all of this “cyber noise”, how can these organizations understand their risks and how to mitigate them?
- The answer is an information security risk specialist like you who will break down complex threats into manageable plans of action.
- As an information security risk specialist on our team, you’ll use your experience to work with DoW leaders to discover their cyber risks, understand applicable policies, and develop a mitigation plan.
- You’ll review technical and personnel details from subject matter experts to assess the entire threat landscape.
- Then, you’ll guide your client through a plan of action with presentations, whitepapers, and milestones.
- You’ll work with your customer to translate security concepts, so they can make the best decisions to secure their critical networks.
- This is your opportunity to act as an information security subject matter expert while broadening your skills in cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance.
- Work with us as we protect our military's communications systems.
- Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
- 5+ years of experience with IT operations or cybersecurity
- Experience in a cybersecurity compliance, operations, or engineering leadership role
- Experience supporting cybersecurity compliance, audits, or inspections
- Ability to work with and guide senior leaders, including CISO, CIO, and CTO, and executives to ideate, build, and execute cybersecurity capability maturation
- Ability to collaborate with project and proposal teams to incorporate cybersecurity solutions and develop high-quality implementation plans and roadmaps
- Ability to author technical documentation, whitepapers, and blogs on leading cybersecurity topics and concepts
- TS/SCI clearance
- HS diploma or GED
- Information Security Certification such as CEH, CISM, CCSP, CCSK, CISSP, or CompTIA Security+
Nice If You Have:
- Experience with defense or national security-related issues in the Indo-Pacific region
- Experience with 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
- Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Bachelor's degree
Clearance:
- Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.
Compensation
- At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being.
- Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care.
- Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values.
- Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs.
- Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.
- We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
- Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.
- The projected compensation range for this position is $86,900.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.
- This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
- As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud.
- You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments.
- We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Candidate AI Usage Policy
- AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools.
- However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge.
- As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.
Work Model
- Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually.
- To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.
Remote
- If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
Hybrid
- If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role.
- You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
Onsite
- If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.