Software Security Engineer

Phase2 Technology; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Software Security Engineer to integrate security throughout the software development lifecycle and strengthen the security posture of software products.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in CS, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or Engineering and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. You will leverage security tools and work under direct supervision to address routine challenges while coordinating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or Engineering is required.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance is required.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and solving problems without AI assistance.

Responsibilities

• Integrates security practices throughout the software development lifecycle to enhance security posture.
• Solves routine problems and coordinates with teams under direct supervision.

Skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Independent learning

Security clearance readiness

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (CS/Cybersecurity/IS/Engineering)

Tools

SAST

DAST

SCA

IaC scanning

Container security

API security

Secrets detection

SBOMs

Job description

Job Number: R0246502

Software Security Engineer

The Opportunity:

Integrates security practices throughout the software development lifecycle to enhance and maintain the security posture of software. Applies basic principles, theories, and concepts, and limited industry knowledge. Solves routine problems of limited scope and complexity and refers more complex issues to higher levels. Works under direct supervision.

You Have:

• Experience effectively managing multiple priorities
• Ability to use a programming language to solve problems without the use of AI
• Ability to break down problems into manageable pieces and iterate on a problem solving process
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or Engineering

Nice If You Have:

• Experience utilizing application security tools such as SAST, DAST, SCA, IaC scanning, container security, API security, secrets detection, and software composition analysis
• Experience with Git distributed version control
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, and DevSecOps operating models
• Experience in cybersecurity, application security, cloud security, cloud engineering, or software engineering
• Knowledge of software supply chain security concepts, including SBOMs, dependency management, code signing, artifact integrity, and secure build pipelines
• Knowledge of secure software development principles, modern application architectures, and modern software architectures, including cloud-native, microservices, APIs, containers, Kubernetes, and serverless environments
• Knowledge of authentication, authorization, cryptography, API security, and cloud security
• Knowledge of vulnerability management processes, risk prioritization methodologies, and remediation workflows
• Knowledge of industry frameworks such as NIST SSDF, NIST AI RMF, and MITRE ATT&CK
• Ability to quickly learn new skills independently to solve a complex problem

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

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 $55,200.00 to $126,000.00 (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.