Information Security Risk Specialist

Phase2 Technology; Saint Inigoes Shores (MD); On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm in Maryland seeks an experienced information security risk specialist to assist military leaders in assessing cyber risks and developing actionable mitigation plans. The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of experience with the Navy Risk Management Framework, a Bachelor's degree, and Secret clearance. You'll work on cybersecurity tasks, including developing security assessment plans and engaging with subject matter experts. This opportunity is crucial in protecting national cyber infrastructure, with a competitive salary range from $99,000 to $225,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience executing Navy Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Ability to operate in a compliance-driven environment with minimal supervision.
• Possess Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist military leaders in assessing cyber risks and developing mitigation plans.
• Gather technical details from subject matter experts and guide clients through action plans.

Skills

Navy Risk Management Framework (RMF)

eMASS and ACAS

Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)

Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)

Vulnerability management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Job Number: R0237489

The Opportunity

Cyber threats are everywhere, and the constantly evolving nature of these threats can make understanding them seem overwhelming to government agencies. In all of this "cyber noise," how can these organizations understand their risks and how to mitigate them? The answer is you. We need your knowledge as an information security risk specialist to help break down complex threats into manageable plans of action.

As an information security risk specialist on our team, you’ll assist military leaders with discovering their cyber risks, understanding applicable policies, and developing a mitigation plan. You’ll gather technical and personnel details from subject matter experts to help with the assessment of the entire threat landscape. You’ll learn how to guide your client through a plan of action with presentations, white papers, and milestones, and help to translate security concepts so they can make the best decisions to secure their critical systems.

This is your opportunity to build experience in a strategic information security role while developing skills in cybersecurity.

Work with us as we protect our nation's cyber infrastructure.

You Have

• 7+ years of experience leading and executing Navy Risk Management Framework (RMF), including full lifecycle implementation across all RMF steps, application of Navy SOPs and cybersecurity directives, and ownership of Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
• Experience with eMASS and ACAS, including analysis and prioritization of scan results, development and maintenance of hardware and software inventories, and vulnerability management using SCAP, VRAM and HBSS
• Experience reviewing, interpreting, and enforcing Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) using STIG Viewer, and a strong understanding of Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM)
• Experience developing and supporting Security Assessment Plans (SAPs) and Security Assessment Reports (SARs) in alignment with Navy RMF requirements
• Ability to operate in a structured and compliance‑driven environment while executing established cybersecurity processes with minimal supervision
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree
• Current DoD 8140, 752-Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner, Advance, Certification

Nice If You Have

• Top Secret clearance
• Master's degree

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret 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.

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.