Information Security Specialist

Booz Allen Hamilton

Omaha (NE)

Hybrid

USD 99,000 - 225,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks an Information Security Specialist to analyze policies for airborne, ground support, and lab systems. You will review security details with engineers and program managers, identify weaknesses, and implement changes to mitigate risk while documenting modifications.

You will guide risk-based decisions and develop strategic cyber roadmaps. The role requires 5+ years in cybersecurity, TS clearance, and IAT II/ Security+ certification, with experience in RMF and DoD

Qualifications

5+ years of cybersecurity experience required.
Experience CM for information system security software, hardware & firmware; coordinate changes with SCA/AO.
Experience with NIST RMF, DoD and local security policies.
Ability to manage security authorization activities.
Coordinate security requirements for connected and non-connected systems (both unclassified and classified).
Top Secret clearance required.
IAT Level II Certification (Security+).

Responsibilities

Analyze policies, procedures and requirements to determine cyber resilience and risk.
Review systems to identify weaknesses and recommend mitigations; document modifications.
Translate security concepts to enable informed decision-making for secure missions.
Develop strategic cyber roadmap with the client and guide acceptable risk and availability.

Skills

5+ years cybersecurity experience

CM for information security software

NIST RMF/DoD security policy guidance

security authorization activities

security coordination for classified &

Top Secret clearance

HS diploma or GED

IAT Level II / Security+

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Information Security Specialist

The Opportunity: When our country's cybersecurity is on the line, simply reacting is not enough – we need a plan. And when that plan needs to protect our nation's airborne networks, we need strategic policy development. That’s why we need you, a cybersecurity analyst with the expertise required to analyze the policies, procedures, and requirements that determine our cyber resilience. As an Information Security Specialist for airborne, ground support systems, and System Integration Labs, you'll review systems to identify potential security weaknesses and recommend improvements to mitigate risk, implement changes, and document modifications. You'll review technical, environmental, and personnel details from subject matter experts, engineers, and program managers to assess the entire threat landscape. You'll work closely with the program manager to translate security concepts, enabling them to make informed decisions to secure their mission critical systems. As you guide your client through understanding acceptable risk and availability, you'll advance the development of a strategic cyber roadmap. You'll ensure the client operates securely as they navigate an evolving environment. As an Information Security Specialist at Booz Allen, you'll identify the right mix of tools and techniques to translate your customer's cybersecurity needs and goals into a plan that will enable secure and effective solutions. You will advise on new techniques and guide the team through critical approaches to design, providing alternatives and customizing solutions to maintain a balance of security and operational needs. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

5+ years of experience with cybersecurity
Experience providing configuration management (CM) for information system security software, hardware, and firmware and coordinating changes and modifications with the Security Control Assessor (SCA) and Authorizing Official (AO)
Experience providing security guidance and IS validation using National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) RMF, DoD, and local security policies
Ability to manage security authorization activities
Ability to coordinate security requirements for connected and non-connected systems and unclassified and classified systems
Top Secret clearance
HS diploma or GED
IAT Level II Certification, including Security+ Certification

Nice If You Have:

7+ years of experience with cybersecurity
Bachelor's degree
DoD IAM or IAT Level III Certification
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification
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.

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, whether it occurs in person or virtually. 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 facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility. Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or 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, and international law.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen is an advanced technology company delivering outcomes with speed for America's most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities. We build technology solutions using AI, cyber, and other cutting-edge technologies to advance and protect the nation and its citizens. By focusing on outcomes, we enable our people, clients, and their missions to succeed-accelerating the nation to realize our purpose: Empower People to Change the World®.

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