Information Security Risk Specialist

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

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in Albuquerque, NM seeks an Information Security Risk Specialist to translate complex threats into actionable plans across the security assessment and compliance lifecycle.

You will review designs and systems, develop RMF documentation, and drive continuous monitoring while collaborating with client leadership and SMEs to strengthen risk posture. This role requires TS clearance and experience with RMF/DO D security controls.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or information technology.
• 2+ years working with DoD RMF ATO package development and continuous monitoring.
• Experience with RMF, STIGs, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-161, and eMASS.
• Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Top Secret clearance; HS diploma or GED; DoD 8140 IAM Level 1 Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide cybersecurity and privacy analysis across the security assessment and compliance life cycle.
• Review technical and personnel details to assess threat landscape and mitigations.
• Develop and implement continuous monitoring programs and RMF documentation.
• Guide clients through action plans with presentations, whitepapers, and milestones.

Skills

5+ years cybersecurity

RMF ATO package development

operating systems experience

risk assessment experience

RMF/NIST 800-53/800-161/eMASS

clear communication

Top Secret clearance

HS diploma or GED

DoD 8140 IAM Level 1

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

eMASS tooling

Job description

Information Security Risk Specialist – The Opportunity

Cyber threats are everywhere, and the constantly evolving nature of these threats can make understanding them seem overwhelming. 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 our client’s leadership and subject matter experts to provide cybersecurity and privacy analysis throughout the security assessment and compliance life cycle process. You’ll review technical and personnel details from product designers, client subject matter experts, and organizational partners to assess the entire threat landscape. You will plan, develop, and finalize continuous monitoring of cybersecurity and privacy policies, programs, compliance artifacts, and standards in support of security governance and industry security compliance, systems accreditation, and management. Then, you’ll guide your client through a plan of action with presentations, whitepapers, and milestones. You’ll work with your client to translate security concepts, so they can make the best decisions to secure their tools, data, and interconnections to partners. This is your opportunity to act as an information security subject matter expert while broadening your skills. You will help build Booz Allen’s vulnerability management capability and service offerings while supporting critical client missions. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or information technology
• 2+ years of experience working directly with DoD RMF Process ATO package development, including implementation of security controls and continuous monitoring efforts
• Experience with a current operating system or with network devices
• Experience assessing organizational risks and recommending mitigation strategies
• Experience developing and maintaining RMF documentation, including Policies, Plans, and Procedures
• Experience with RMF, STIGs NIST 800-53, NIST 800-161, and eMASS
• Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences, collaborate closely with teammates and client personnel, and hold yourself and your teammates accountable to deadlines
• Top Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• DoD 8140 IAM Level 1 Certification

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with a wide range of current and legacy operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and different varieties of Unix
• Experience with network devices, including switches and routers
• Experience describing cloud environments, physical server rooms, and stand-alone enclaves
• Experience using and configuring vulnerability assessment tools
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, threat intelligence, penetration testing, Red Team, or incident response
• Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret 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 $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.

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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. 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.

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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.

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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