Undersea Systems Security Engineer

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 69,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Systems Security Engineer to support cybersecurity and systems security analysis for U.S. Navy afloat and undersea platforms.

The role involves designing, assessing, and implementing cybersecurity solutions across the system lifecycle, including integration, testing, operations, and sustainment activities. The candidate will apply modern systems security engineering practices, analyze vulnerabilities, and recommend mission-focused solutions to strengthen

Qualifications

• Background in cybersecurity engineering for defense systems.
• Experience applying RMF and NIST guidance to DoD/ Navy platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field with relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Analyze system security throughout lifecycle (integration, testing, operations, maintenance).
• Assess vulnerabilities and support risk mitigation per DoD/Navy requirements.
• Apply cybersecurity engineering principles to networked shipboard/unmanned platforms.
• Support system accreditation and cyber readiness through documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to achieve secure configurations.

Skills

Cybersecurity engineering

Network security

Risk assessment

System lifecycle

Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

RMF

NIST guidance

Secure systems engineering

Job description

The Opportunity:

Join our team as a Systems Security Engineer supporting cybersecurity and systems security analysis for U.S. Navy afloat and undersea platforms. You will help design, assess, and implement cybersecurity solutions across the system lifecycle, including supporting integration, testing, operations, and sustainment activities. In this role, you'll apply modern systems security engineering practices, analyze vulnerabilities, and recommend mission-focused solutions that strengthen the resilience of critical naval systems.

What You’ll Work On:

• Analyze and develop system security solutions throughout the lifecycle, including integration, testing, operations, and maintenance.
• Evaluate system vulnerabilities, perform security assessments, and support risk mitigation planning aligned with DoD and Navy requirements.
• Apply knowledge of cybersecurity engineering principles, network security, protocols such as TCP, IP, DHCP, and DNS, and network design processes.
• Support systems security testing and evaluation, reviewing design artifacts, and identifying security gaps.
• Provide cybersecurity recommendations based on threats, vulnerabilities, and emerging risks.
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and stakeholders to achieve secure system configurations and resilient architectures.
• Contribute to documentation, briefs, and technical reports supporting system accreditation and cyber readiness.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in maritime or defense systems, including surface ships, submarines, carriers, unmanned surface vehicles (USVs), unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), ROVs, sUAS, cUAS, or C4I platforms
• 3+ years of experience supporting Navy acquisition, fleet introduction, in-service engineering, sustainment, or lifecycle readiness for maritime systems
• Experience with cybersecurity‑by‑design principles, RMF, NIST guidance, CNSSI 1253, and secure systems engineering practices applied to operational or autonomous systems
• Knowledge of networking concepts, including LAN, WAN, bandwidth management, protocols, and directory services, applied to shipboard, expeditionary, or unmanned platform networks such as mesh networks, tactical datalinks, or LEO connectivity
• Ability to identify, analyze, and mitigate cybersecurity risks across system architectures, payload integrations, autonomy behaviors, or control systems for maritime platforms
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Naval Architecture
• DoD IAT Level II Certification such as Security+, CySA+, or CCNA Security Certification

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with Navy afloat systems
• Experience with RMF policies and procedures for Navy systems
• Experience with Zero Trust implementation in DoD systems and software
• Knowledge of Navy afloat cybersecurity challenges
• Master's degree in a technical field
• DoD IAT Level III Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret 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 your 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 $69,400.00 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.

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.