Cybersecurity Specialist

Booz Allen Hamilton; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to lead security solutions and guard client IT environments. You will apply deep cybersecurity knowledge across federal security management, threat intelligence, and compliance while mentoring staff and delivering tangible security outcomes.

The role emphasizes hands-on technical leadership, risk assessments, and communication with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing multiple complex projects.
• 10+ years of experience managing personnel.
• 10+ years of experience in a cybersecurity role.
• Experience in managing cybersecurity compliance with standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, or PCI-DSS.
• Experience in federal security management and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with teams and communicate security complexities to diverse audiences.
• Implement security controls including enhanced detection and vulnerability capabilities.
• Perform risk and vulnerability assessments across network, system, and application areas.
• Lead security architecture for client IT environments and guide incident response activities.

Skills

Project management

People management

Cybersecurity

Federal security

Security architecture

Threat intelligence

Network security

Security compliance

Communication skills

Education

HS Diploma

CISSP

CEH

CISM

CISA

Tools

Firewalls

VPNs

IDS/IPS

SIEM

Job description

Cybersecurity Specialist

The Opportunity

Are you looking for an opportunity to share your experience in Cybersecurity and compliance to support our contract and safeguard our nation? As a systems security and network security engineer, you can demonstrate your hands-on experience in Federal security management and apply your deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and management. We need your experience to lead the development and implementation of security solutions that will secure client IT environments and systems. On our team, you’ll troubleshoot and analyze complex challenges for customers using your knowledge of network security technologies including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and SIEM systems. You’ll use your curiosity for technology and market trends to further research and develop security solutions. Using your knowledge and experience in information systems security, you’ll assess security threats and implement infrastructure controls. In this role, you’ll closely impact federal client projects by security their IT security architecture to safeguard their mission systems. With mentoring, challenging hands-on problem-solving, and opportunities to learn new tools and skills, we focus on growing as a team to make the best solutions for our customers.

What You’ll Work On

Develop relationships quickly and easily with other teams, communicating the complexities of security with a wide variety of audiences, including senior management. Implement infrastructure and cyber security controls, including enhanced detection and vulnerability capabilities and improved event correlation in large enterprises. Perform risk and vulnerability assessments in network, system, and application areas, and leverage big data analytics and traditional security event types to identify advanced threats or indicators of compromise. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have

• 10+ years of experience managing multiple complex projects
• 10+ years of experience managing personnel
• 10+ years of experience in a cybersecurity role
• Experience in managing cybersecurity compliance with industry standards like NIST, ISO 27001, or PCI-DSS
• Experience in federal security management, incident response, and threat intelligence
• Knowledge of network security technologies, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and SIEM systems
• Ability to communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders and provide clear, actionable guidance during security incidents
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
• HS diploma or GED
• Certified Information Systems Security Specialist (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification

Nice If You Have

• 10+ years of experience in Project Management
• Experience in managing cybersecurity compliance with industry standards like NIST, ISO 27001, or PCI-DSS in regard to data centers preferred
• Bachelor's degree

Vetting

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.

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 $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.

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. 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 or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role. 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.

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.

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.

About Booz Allen

Booz Allen is an advanced technology company. We build commercial-grade products and solutions for America's most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities.

Accommodations

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