Cybersecurity Engineer & Risk Analyst – Navy Missions

Booz Allen; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in San Diego, CA is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer and Risk Analyst to strengthen Navy cyber defenses. You will evaluate risk, implement RMF controls, and translate complex security concepts for senior leaders and technical teams.

You’ll join a collaborative team focusing on vulnerability management, incident response readiness, and risk-based security improvements across systems, networks, and cloud environments to protect critical missions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of IT experience in a DoD or government environment.
• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Experience with security controls, policies, vulnerability analysis or remediation.
• Knowledge of Windows, Linux, cloud, or virtualization.
• Secret clearance and DoD 8140 Certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security solutions to protect Navy missions.
• Perform risk and vulnerability assessments in network, system, and application areas.
• Leverage RMF to assess threats and implement infrastructure controls.
• Communicate security risks and recommendations to senior management and technical staff.
• Lead client deliverables from inception to completion with clear results.

Skills

RMF experience

Vulnerability assessment

Security policy knowledge

Communication to diverse audiences

Problem solving & leadership

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer, Electrical, Electronics Engineering, or Mathematics

DoD 8140 Certification

Tools

ACAS

STIG

Evaluate-STIG

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton in San Diego, CA is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer and Risk Analyst to strengthen Navy cyber defenses. You will evaluate risk, implement RMF controls, and translate complex security concepts for senior leaders and technical teams.

You’ll join a collaborative team focusing on vulnerability management, incident response readiness, and risk-based security improvements across systems, networks, and cloud environments to protect critical missions.