Security Engineer, Senior

Booz Allen Hamilton; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a systems security engineer to lead the design and implementation of security solutions for financial industry clients. You will assess vulnerabilities, define security architecture, and implement controls across cloud and on‑prem environments.

The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, aligning with federal frameworks and ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data.

Qualifications

• Experience with AWS, Azure, M365, VMware, or Citrix.
• Experience supporting cyber risk management, security operations, incident response, or cybersecurity remediation efforts
• Experience implementing, configuring, and managing security tools such as EDR, SIEM, and IDS or IPS while working in cloud and hybrid environments
• Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements, including NIST SP 800-53, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), FISMA, and FedRAMP
• Knowledge of networking, system hardening, secure system design, and secure system administration
• Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture principles and implementations
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
• HS diploma or GED and 14+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or cybersecurity roles, Associate's degree and 12+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or cybersecurity roles, or Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or cybersecurity roles

Responsibilities

• Provide cybersecurity engineering support for secure systems in cloud and on‑prem environments.
• Blend strategic thinking, programmatic support, and technical execution to design and implement security controls for federal compliance.
• Embed security into IT operations and development lifecycles across teams.
• Strengthen the organization's cybersecurity posture aligning with standards like FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, and FedRAMP.

Skills

AWS/Azure/M365

Cyber risk mgmt

Security operations

EDR/SIEM/IDS/IPS

Zero Trust

Public Trust

Networking basics

Secure design

Education

HS diploma or GED + 14+ yrs

Associate's degree + 12+ yrs

Bachelor's degree + 10+ yrs

Tools

EDR

SIEM

IDS/IPS

IaC/CI/CD

PowerShell/Python

Job description

The Opportunity

Are you looking for an opportunity to share your experience in security engineering to safeguard our nation? As a systems security and network security engineer, you can identify the security architecture and tools needed to assess vulnerabilities and recommend the best solution and security strategy. We need your experience to lead the development and implementation of security solutions for the financial industry.

Job Number: R0247550

On our team, you’ll provide cybersecurity engineering support for secure systems in cloud and in‑premises environments. You’ll provide a blend of strategic thinking, programmatic support, and technical execution, and design and implement security controls to ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements. You’ll work across teams to embed security into all aspects of IT operations and development lifecycles. You’ll also implement cybersecurity protocols to strengthen the organization's cybersecurity posture, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data, and aligning cybersecurity operations with federal standards such as FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, and FedRAMP.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have

• Experience with AWS, Azure, M365, VMware, or Citrix
• Experience supporting cyber risk management, security operations, incident response, or cybersecurity remediation efforts
• Experience implementing, configuring, and managing security tools such as EDR, SIEM, and IDS or IPS while working in cloud and hybrid environments
• Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements, including NIST SP 800-53, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), FISMA, and FedRAMP
• Knowledge of networking, system hardening, secure system design, and secure system administration
• Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture principles and implementations
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
• HS diploma or GED and 14+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or cybersecurity roles, Associate's degree and 12+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or cybersecurity roles, or Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or cybersecurity roles

Nice If You Have

• Experience supporting federal government clients or systems operating under federal regulations
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices
• Knowledge of system automation using scripting languages such as PowerShell, JSON, Python, or Bash
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, CS, Information Systems, or Engineering
• CISSP, CISM, CEH, GIAC, Security+, CySA+, or M365 Security Specialty Certification

Vetting

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.

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, or international law.