Information Systems Security Officer, Mid

Booz Allen; Ohio; On-site; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

Retirement benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid leave

Work-life programs

Dependent care

Job summary

Booz Allen is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (Mid) to translate complex cyber risks into actionable plans for our clients. You will collaborate with teams to develop mitigation strategies, assess threat landscapes, and communicate security concepts clearly for decision makers.

This role emphasizes DoD/NIST frameworks, agency requirements, and cloud security growth, with a focus on mission‑critical systems and risk management in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as an ISSO or Information System Security Analyst (ISSA)
• Experience with DoD/ government security guidelines and requirements
• Experience with implementing security controls per NIST 800-53, RMF, FedRAMP
• Ability to perform risk analysis
• TS/SCI clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• DoD 8570 IAM Level II Certification (listed certifications)

Responsibilities

• Discover cyber risks for clients and develop a mitigation plan
• Translate security concepts for client decisions
• Provide presentations, whitepapers, and milestones to guide action
• Contribute to cloud security initiatives and growth

Skills

ISSO/ISSA experience

Risk analysis

Security policy understanding

Effective communication

Cloud technologies familiarity

Education

HS diploma or GED

DoD 8570 IAM Level II Certification (CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP)

Tools

STIG Viewer

SCAP

ACAS

Splunk

SAP

Job description

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Build mission-ready tech that protects the nation.

Information Systems Security Officer, Mid

The Opportunity:

Cyber threats are everywhere, and the constantly evolving nature of these threats can make understanding them seem overwhelming to our clients. 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 spe cia list to help break down complex threats into manageable plans of action.

As an information security risk spe cia list on our team, you’ll work with clients to discover their cyber risks, understand applicable policies , and develop a mitigation plan. You’ll get technical and personnel details from colleagues to assess the entire threat landscape. Then, you’ll help your team guide your client through a plan of action with presentations, whitepapers, and milestones.

You’ll work on translating security concepts for your client so they can make the best decisions to secure their mission‑critical systems. This is your opportunity to take an active role in information security while growing your skills in cloud technologies.

Be a part of our team as we protect our nation's critical information systems.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 2+ years of experience as an ISSO or Information System Security Analyst ( ISSA )
• Experienceconducting tools assessments and configuration analysis against best practices, vendor specifications, and government security guidelines and requirements
• Experiencewith the implementation, oversight, and maintenance of security configuration, practices, and procedures for systems
• Experienceimplementing controls from NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, ICD 503, RMF, and DoD Information Levels, including applying them to the design and implementation of information technology solutions to achieve an authorization to operate ( ATO )
• Ability toperform risk analysis
• TS/SCI clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• DoD 8570 IAM Level II Certification such as CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP Certification

Nice If You Have:

• Experiencewith DoD security technical implementation guides ( STIGs ) , checklists, and testing tools, including STIG Viewer, SCAP, and ACAS scanning tool
• Experienceassessing configuration changes such as new COTS tools or web application upgrades, to system security boundary
• Experiencewith cyber- related tools such as Splunk or STIG Viewer
• Experience with SAP
• Knowledge ofZero T rus t principles and concepts
• Ability towork within a collaborative team and a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Possession ofexcellent written, organizational, presentation, and verbal communication skills
• AWS, Azure, or GCP Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI 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 $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (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 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.