Cyber Test Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Cyber Test Engineer in San Antonio, TX to test and evaluate DoD systems using Whitebox adversarial methods, focusing on data flows and RMF security controls. You will work with a team of problem solvers and learn from subject-matter experts in a fast-paced defense environment.

The role requires Linux command line experience, scripting, networking knowledge, and virtualization expertise, with up to 25% travel and a TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• V&V of cybersecurity requirements and test results.
• Linux CLI, scripting in Ruby/Python/Bash, automation.
• Knowledge of networking concepts.
• Experience with virtualization.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• TS/SCI clearance required or equivalent.
• Bachelor's DoD IAT Level II/III compliant certification (e.g., Security+ CE).

Responsibilities

• Test and evaluate systems using Whitebox adversarial approach for DoD/air-force clients.
• Focus on filtering capabilities and data flows within system architecture, including MAC/DAC.
• Collaborate with a skilled team to build capabilities and learn from others.

Skills

V&V cybersecurity

Linux CLI scripting

Networking concepts

Virtualization

Education

Bachelor's DoD IAT Level II/III certs

Advanced security certification (OSCP/CISSP/CASP/GPEN)

Job description

Cyber Test Engineer

The Opportunity: 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. Work with systems that are assessed based on NIST 800-53 Risk Management Framework security controls. Focus on filtering capabilities and data flows such as low levels, within the architecture of the system, including Mandatory Access Controls and Discretionary Access Controls. Build capabilities by learning from others' expertise within our skilled team. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• Experience with Verification and Validation (V&V) of cybersecurity requirements and test results


• Experience with Linux command line, including scripting in Ruby, Python, or Bash, and automating basic tasks


• Experience with networking concepts


• Experience with virtualization


• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time


• TS/SCI clearance


• Bachelor's degree DoD IAT Level II Compliant Certification, such as Security+ CE Certification, or DoD IAT Level III Compliant Certification

Nice If You Have:

• 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 how to appropriately harden a system to prevent them


• Knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools, including Kali Linux, Wireshark, Tripwire, Burp Suite, and Metasploit


• Master's degree OSCP, CISSP, CASP, Red Hat CSA, or GPEN Certification

Compensation

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.

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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 $86,800.00 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.

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