University, Cybersecurity Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton

McLean (VA)

On-site

USD 53,000 - 108,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid leave
Tuition assistance
Professional development
Work-life programs
Dependent care

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is offering a university cybersecurity analyst program designed to teach how to collect, process, and analyze data to improve security and address real-world incidents. Participants will explore roles such as Security Analyst, Incident Responder, and Threat Intelligence Analyst while tackling challenges inspired by actual events.

You will gain hands-on data analysis experience, document findings, and present to leaders, contributing to security solutions across industries in

Qualifications

  • Experience conducting basic cybersecurity research or analysis.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams.
  • Experience using scripting or programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, C, C++, Assembly, Python, Perl, R, or Bash for class projects, assignments, or personal projects.
  • Ability to work independently and in teams to research and propose solutions.
  • Ability to review, write, and discuss highly technical documentation.
  • Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor’s degree by fall 2026, Spring 2027, or Summer 2027.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with collecting, processing, and analyzing information to enhance security measures and address incidents, vulnerabilities, and risks.
  • Document findings and present work to team leaders and stakeholders.
  • Contribute to security solutions for clients across various industries in the commercial space.
  • Engage in cybersecurity challenges inspired by real-world events to build practical skills.

Skills

Cybersecurity research
MS Office suite
Programming languages
Independent and team work
Technical documentation
Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Tools

Microsoft Word
PowerPoint
Excel
Teams

Job description

University, Cybersecurity Analyst The Opportunity: Contribute to the evolving field of cybersecurity and help organizations stay ahead of threats. As a cybersecurity analyst, you'll learn to collect, process, and analyze information to enhance security measures and address real-world security incidents, vulnerabilities, and risks with experienced professionals. You'll collaborate on projects, gain hands‑on data analysis experience, document findings, and present your work to leaders. Your contributions will shape security solutions for clients across various industries in the commercial space. Our program includes engaging cybersecurity challenges inspired by real‑world events from the past decade. From securing critical infrastructure to analyzing emerging threats, these challenges are designed to test and enhance the skills needed to defend against cyber adversaries. Participants will assume various cybersecurity roles, including Security Analyst, Incident Responder, Threat Intelligence Analyst, Data Scientist, and Risk Manager. Each role brings unique skills and perspectives, ensuring a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity. You’ll be working on cutting‑edge security projects that define what is possible in the field and bring these solutions to life for clients. Are you ready to help us combat the most advanced cyber threats? Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required. Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:
  • Experience conducting basic cybersecurity research or analysis
  • Experience with Microsoft Office suite, including tools such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams
  • Experience using scripting or programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, C, C++, Assembly, Python, Perl, R, or Bash for class projects, assignments, or personal projects
  • Ability to work independently and in teams to research and propose solutions
  • Ability to review, write, and discuss highly technical documentation
  • Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor’s degree by fall 2026, Spring 2027, or Summer 2027
Nice If You Have:
  • Experience in cybersecurity analysis, security operations, or incident response
  • Knowledge of security frameworks and best practices
  • Ability to identify and solve complex problems related to rapidly changing technology and cybersecurity threats
  • Ability to capture and communicate business and technical concepts, challenges, and solutions
  • Possession of excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Possession of excellent critical thinking and analytical skills
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 $53,000.00 to $108,000.00 (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.

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About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen is an advanced technology company delivering outcomes with speed for America’s most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities. We build technology solutions using AI, cyber, and other cutting‑edge technologies to advance and protect the nation and its citizens. By focusing on outcomes, we enable our people, clients, and their missions to succeed—accelerating the nation to realize our purpose: Empower People to Change the World®.

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.

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