Space System Security Engineer

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

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Space System Security Engineer to apply cyber mission expertise to space system security, defensive cyber operations, and threat intelligence. You will analyze vulnerabilities, evaluate mitigations, and develop operations plans to support critical space missions, while briefing senior leaders on risks and impacts.

Join Booz Allen to influence national security objectives on a worldwide stage, collaborating with space mission partners and operating in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Experience identifying vulnerabilities and communicating security findings to technical leadership.
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles and OT/ICS security concepts.
• Knowledge of federal government system security practices and spacecraft/aircraft systems operation.

Responsibilities

• Identify vulnerabilities and assess risks for space mission security; communicate findings to senior leadership.
• Evaluate cyberspace capabilities and mitigations for space system security.
• Develop operations plans to support space mission command and control.
• Collaborate with space mission partners to influence global cyber missions.

Skills

Vulnerability analysis

Systems engineering

OT/ICS security

Federal government security practices

Spacecraft/aircraft systems knowledge

Independent & collaborative

Adapt to changing environments

Communicate risk to leadership

Public Trust eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Space System Security Engineer

The Opportunity:

As a cyber mission specialist, you understand the value of hunt-forward operations, and you know that battles are won in the grey. At Booz Allen, you can use your cyberspace operations experience to create solutions that will be executed on a worldwide stage. We’re looking for an experienced cyber mission specialist like you to apply your knowledge in space system security, defensive cyber operations tools, cyber threat intelligence, operational planning for space missions, and advanced cyber threats and impact our nation’s critical space mission operations.

In this role, you’ll be counted on to understand cyberspace capabilities to evaluate potential weaknesses as well as the effectiveness of mitigations for cyber security solutions. You will leverage cyberspace operations systems to aggregate threat feeds that inform briefings for senior leadership aligned to critical space mission operations and national security objectives.

This is an opportunity to use your research and analysis abilities to adequately assess and inform operators, senior leadership, and commanders on dynamic adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures for space missions. Your role will be vital in the development of operations plans to support command and control.

If you want to be in the fight–working shoulder to shoulder with our space mission partners–influencing the most critical global cyber missions, this is the opportunity for you.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• Experience identifying vulnerabilities, analyzing risks, and communicating security findings to technical leadership
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles
• Knowledge of OT/ICS security concepts
• Knowledge of federal government system security practices
• Knowledge of how spacecraft or aircraft systems operate
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to adapt to changing technical environments and shifting mission requirements
• Ability to lead risk-based discussions and clearly communicate risks to non‑security leadership
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with spacecraft or aircraft avionics and communications systems
• Experience conducting threat modeling and designing security controls based on identified threats
• Knowledge of cryptographic solutions such as FIPS 140‑3 validated modules, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and Hybrid cryptographic schemes
• CISSP, Security+, CISM, OSCP, or GPEN 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 $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 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.