Security Manager

Booz Allen Hamilton; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Security Manager to oversee and enhance security programs for government and defense clients. You will manage risk assessments, access control, incident response, and personnel security while ensuring regulatory compliance across sensitive environments.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, a relevant bachelor's degree, and hands-on experience safeguarding classified information.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing or supporting security programs in government, defense, intelligence or corporate environments.
• Experience managing security clearance, background investigation, and personnel security records.
• Experience safeguarding classified and controlled information.
• Ability to develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and protocols to safeguard assets and ensure regulatory compliance.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Homeland Security, Security Management, or Information Systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the organization’s security programs, including risk assessments, access control, incident response, security personnel management, and compliance with regulations.
• Develop security policies and manage surveillance systems; coordinate emergency response.
• Conduct onsite security assessments and work cross-functionally with leaders and staff to enhance security postures.

Skills

Security program management

Background investigation

Insider threat detection

Regulatory compliance

Security policies

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Homeland Security, Security Management, or Information Systems

Tools

FSO Certification

CISSP Certification

CISM Certification

CPP Certification

OPSEC Level II Training

Job description

The Opportunity:

A robust security framework is essential for safeguarding critical information and systems and enabling our Air Force client to achieve its mission. But how can an organization ensure its security measures keep pace with evolving threats? Developing the right security architecture for disparate environments demands a mix of technical expertise and strategic foresight. That's why we need you, a security management professional who knows how to craft and implement comprehensive security solutions for safeguarding the organization’s assets, information, and people.

Job Number: R0245692

Security Manager

The Opportunity:

A robust security framework is essential for safeguarding critical information and systems and enabling our Air Force client to achieve its mission. But how can an organization ensure its security measures keep pace with evolving threats? Developing the right security architecture for disparate environments demands a mix of technical expertise and strategic foresight. That's why we need you, a security management professional who knows how to craft and implement comprehensive security solutions for safeguarding the organization’s assets, information, and people.

As a Security Manager on our team, you’ll hone your skills in managing and supporting security programs, security clearance, background investigation, personnel security records, and insider threat detection programs. You will oversee the organization’s security programs, including risk assessments, access control, incident response, security personnel management, and compliance with regulations. You will help develop security policies, manage surveillance systems, coordinate emergency response, conduct onsite security assessments and work cross-functionally with leaders and staff, building on your skills and industry knowledge.

Work with us as we help secure and protect the people, property, information, and organizational reputation of our nation’s Air Force.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 3+ years of experience managing or supporting security programs in government, defense, intelligence or corporate environments
• Experience managing security clearance, background investigation, and personnel security records
• Experience safeguarding classified and controlled information
• Ability to develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and protocols to safeguard assets and ensure regulatory compliance
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Homeland Security, Security Management, or Information Systems

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with HQ USAF, Joint Staff, STRATCOM, or AFGSC
• Knowledge of USAF and DoW security policies, programs, and regulations
• Possession of excellent leadership, communication, and crisis‑management skills
• Facility Security Officer (FSO) Certification
• CISSP Certification
• CISM Certification
• CPP Certification
• Completion of OPSEC Level II Training

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 $62,000.00 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 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. 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.