Security Engineer

Security Engineer

The Opportunity:

We need a technical professional responsible for designing, building, and maintaining systems that protect an organization’s data, networks, and IT infrastructure from cyber attacks. In this position, you will focus on proactive defense by creating secure architectures and automated defenses. 

What You’ll Work On: 

• Design and deploy firewalls, intrusion detection or prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and encryption protocols.

• Conduct regular penetration tests and security audits to identify and patch system weaknesses.

• Perform Identity & Access Management (IAM), including implementing policies to ensure only authorized users can access sensitive company data.

• Lead or assist in the technical response to security breaches, including digital forensics and damage mitigation.

• Create and enforce company-wide security standards such as password management and data classification.

• Develop relationships quickly and easily with other teams, communicating the complexities of security with a wide variety of audiences, including senior management. 

• Manage infrastructure and cybersecurity controls, including enhanced detection and vulnerability capabilities and improved event correlation in large enterprises.  

• Lead risk and vulnerability assessments in network, system, and application areas.

• Leverage big data analytics and traditional security event types to identify advanced threats or indicators of compromise. 

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:   

• Experience with programming or scripting using Python, C++, or Bash

• Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems

• Knowledge of network protocols

• Knowledge of securing environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud

• Knowledge of how software code is secure and free from vulnerabilities such as SQL injection or XSS

• Ability to integrate automated security testing directly into the software development lifecycle, including CI/CD

• Ability to protect routers, switches, and network perimeters

• Top Secret clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity

• CompTIA Security+, CISSP, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or CISM Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top 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 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 $112,800.00 to $257,000.00 (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 application process, 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.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific 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.