Cyber Security Program Manager

Booz Allen Hamilton; North Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Cyber Security Program Manager to lead enterprise security initiatives, oversee SOC strategies, governance, and operational processes. You will drive improvements, measure performance, and partner with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture across distributed networks.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, governance, and performance-driven management with high-level security clearances and collaboration with stakeholders across the enterprise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of supervision across ESOC teams over multiple locations.
• Master’s degree with 10+ years of supervision across ESOC teams over multiple locations.
• Requires TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain clearance.
• Professional certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, or PMP.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of a robust SOC strategy and ESOC roadmap.
• Design and sustain an ESOC governance framework for risk oversight.
• Direct ESOC operations and drive continuous improvement and metrics.
• Evaluate ESOC processes and drive security maturity across the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Cybersecurity

Program management

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Technical articulation

TS/SCI clearance

Certifications (CISSP/CISM/CISA/PMP)

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or Cybersecurity

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or Computer Science

Job description

Cyber Security Program Manager

The Opportunity: As the Cyber Security Program Manager, you will lead enterprise-wide security initiatives, overseeing the development and execution of SOC strategies, governance frameworks, and operational processes. This role drives continuous improvement, measures performance, and partners with cross-functional teams to enhance the organization’s security posture and ensure seamless integration of security operations. What You'll Work On: Lead the development and execution of a robust Security Operations Center (SOC) strategy and implementation roadmap, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and industry best practices. Design, establish, and sustain an Enterprise SOC (ESOC) governance framework to support effective oversight and risk management. Direct ESOC operations, driving continuous improvement and ensuring operational activities are integrated with organizational security goals. Implement and oversee ESOC performance measurement systems, tracking key metrics to inform decision-making and optimize outcomes. Conduct ongoing evaluations and effectiveness reviews of ESOC processes, leveraging insights to enhance security posture and operational maturity. Partner with cross-functional security teams to facilitate seamless integration of ESOC initiatives, promoting unified threat response and information sharing.

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You Have:

• Experience leading teams, managing projects, and program management
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, risk management, and project management
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners
• Ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives that enhance SOC operations
• Ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or Cybersecurity and 12+ years of experience with supervision responsibilities for multiple Enterprise Security Operations Center teams, monitoring multiple unclassified and classified networks spanning multiple geographically dispersed locations
• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or Computer Science and 10+ years of experience with supervision responsibilities for multiple Enterprise Security Operations Center teams, monitoring multiple unclassified and classified networks spanning multiple geographically dispersed locations
• CISSP, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Nice If You Have: Possession of strong communication skills
• Nice If You Have: Possession of strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address security incidents, vulnerabilities, and program challenges
• 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

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 $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (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.

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• 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.

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Work Model

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• 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.
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• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

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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.

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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.

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