Security Systems Engineer

Phase2 Technology; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 69,300 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Tuition assistance

Professional development programs

Job summary

Phase2 Technology in Atlanta, Georgia, is looking for a security operations professional with over 8 years of experience in information security. The role involves deploying, maintaining, and troubleshooting systems and networks to support a government client's cybersecurity mission.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields and possess certifications like CISSP or CISM. Attractive compensation includes a salary range of $69,300 to $158,000 annually along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in information security.
• Experience with Armis platform and Elastic Stack.
• Ability to obtain Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination.

Responsibilities

• Support the government client's security operations mission.
• Maintain and administer existing network and systems architectures.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance operational effectiveness.

Skills

Information security

Cybersecurity capabilities

Bash scripting

Python scripting

Collaboration skills

Troubleshooting

Network management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or IT

CISSP or CISM Certification

Tools

Elastic Stack

Armis platform

Job description

Job Number: R0240549

The Opportunity

Support the government client's security operations mission. Perform the deployment, operation, administration, troubleshooting, updating, securing, and maintenance of systems, software, and infrastructure that enable enterprise cybersecurity capabilities. Operate, maintain, and administer existing network and systems architectures, including hardware, software, physical cabling, and IP address management. Support a broad range of technical environments and responsibilities, including networking and security devices, circuits, automated systems, servers, client computers, applications, databases, voice systems, helpdesk support, asset and inventory management, and field technical support.

You Have:

• 8+ years of experience working in information security leading and coordinating security and infrastructure initiatives, including managing requirements, schedules, and deliverables and implementing security platforms.
• Experience with Armis platform for Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management and the Elastic Stack for search, observability, and SIEM analytics.
• Experience designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced scripting such as Bash, Perl, JavaScript, or Python, including command line Administration and O&M tasks.
• Ability to collaborate with Security, Infrastructure, and Operations teams to design and implement automation that enhances operational effectiveness.
• Ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize existing security infrastructure in partnership with server and network teams.
• Ability to provide strategic troubleshooting and guidance for information security systems, including improving and extending system capabilities.
• Ability to assess and enhance frameworks and stay current with modern security and automation technologies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or IT.
• CISSP or CISM Certification.

Nice If You Have:

• Experience supporting and optimizing infrastructure management and threat intelligence tools with seamless integration into existing security processes.
• Experience analyzing implementation requirements, modifying existing systems, and preparing specifications based on customer requests.
• Experience with documenting systems, configurations, processes, and service records in structured formats.
• Experience mentoring junior team members in technical best practices and problem solving.
• Knowledge of effective attention-to-detail techniques.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex LAN/WAN, throughput, and networking issues.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to nontechnical stakeholders.
• Ability to participate in a 24/7/365 oncall rotation.
• Possession of excellent organizational skills.
• Possession of excellent communication and problem solving skills.

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 $69,300.00 to $158,000.00 (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.

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.