Information System Security Officer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Quantico (VA); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Information Security Risk Specialist to join their team. This role involves collaborating with engineers and client leadership to identify cyber risks and develop effective mitigation plans. You will leverage your expertise in cybersecurity to translate complex security concepts into actionable strategies, enhancing the security posture of mission-critical systems. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to protecting clients' cybersecurity environments, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow your technical skills in a flexible work model. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and ready to make a difference, we want you on our team!

Benefits

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a cybersecurity role.
• Operational security guidance using NIST Risk Management Framework.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineering and cybersecurity specialists to assess cyber risks.
• Guide clients through action plans using presentations and whitepapers.

Skills

Cybersecurity

NIST Risk Management Framework

Cloud Infrastructure

DevSecOps Principles

Security Tools (Nessus, IBM Guardium)

Education

High School diploma or GED with 11+ years of IT experience

Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of IT experience

Bachelor’s degree in STEM fields

Tools

Nessus

IBM Guardium

HP WebInspect

Network Mapper

Job description

Job Description: Information System Security Officer

Warnings about cyber threats are everywhere, and the constantly evolving nature of these threats can make understanding them seem overwhelming to government agencies and law enforcement. In this ‘cyber noise’, how can these organizations understand their risks and how to mitigate them? The answer is you – build your knowledge as an Information Security Risk Specialist who knows how to break down complex threats into manageable plans of action.

As an Information Security Risk Specialist on our team, you’ll work with engineering and cybersecurity specialists, as well as client leadership, to discover their cyber risks, understand applicable policies, and develop mitigation plans. You’ll gather technical, environmental, and personnel details from SMEs and engineers to assess the entire threat landscape. Then, you’ll help guide your team and client through a plan of action using presentations, whitepapers, and milestones. You will translate security concepts for your client, enabling them to make informed decisions to secure their mission-critical systems, select appropriate tools, and improve the security posture of the SOC. This role offers an opportunity to actively contribute to information security while expanding your technical skills in network security. Join us as we protect our client’s cybersecurity environment.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

Qualifications

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in a cybersecurity role
• Experience providing operational security guidance and information system validation using the NIST Risk Management Framework and local security policies
• Experience with Authority to Operate package development
• Knowledge of Cloud infrastructure and DevSecOps principles
• Proficiency with security tools such as Nessus, Security Center, IBM Guardium, HP WebInspect, or Network Mapper
• High School diploma or GED with 11+ years of IT experience, or Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of IT experience

Nice If You Have:

• Knowledge of security controls in containerized environments
• Knowledge of cloud networking
• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM fields

Clearance:

Applicants will undergo a security investigation; Top Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

We offer comprehensive benefits including health, life, disability, and retirement plans, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and more. The salary range for this position is $99,000 to $225,000 annually, depending on experience and other factors. This posting closes within 90 days from the posting date.

Additional Information

As part of the application process, you may need to be on camera during interviews for identity verification. Our work model supports flexibility, with options for remote, hybrid, or onsite work depending on the role. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination.