Information Security Risk Specialist:

The Opportunity:

Cyber threats are everywhere, and the constantly evolving nature of these threats can make understanding them seem overwhelming. In all of this “cyber noise,” how can these organizations understand their risks and how to mitigate them? The answer is you—an information security risk specialist who will break down complex threats into manageable plans of action.

As an Information Security Risk Specialist on our team, you’ll use your experience to discover cyber risks, understand applicable policies, and develop a mitigation plan. You’ll review technical and personnel details to assess the entire threat landscape. Then, you’ll guide your client through a plan of action with presentations, white papers, and milestones.

You’ll work with your client to translate security concepts so they can make the best decisions to secure their systems. This is your opportunity to act as an information security subject matter expert while broadening your skills in cloud computing.

Work with us as we protect our nation's infrastructure.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in a cybersecurity role leading DoD RMF accreditation processes for cloud environments such as AWS or Azure

• 5+ years of experience with STIGs, eMASS or Xacta, Splunk, Tenable Nessus, and Trellix ESS

• Experience presenting complex security findings to various stakeholders such as technical engineers, clients, and AO offices

• Experience working through challenging security requirements

• Experience developing technical documentation such as HW, SW, or Topology Diagrams

• Experience implementing NIST 800-53rev5 security controls

• Top Secret clearance

• Bachelor's degree

• DoD 8140 IAM Certification such as Security+ or CISSP Certification

• Do

D ACAS Certification:

Nice If You Have:

• Possession of excellent problem-solving skills

• DoD ESS 201/301 Certifications

• Security or Cloud Certifications such as CGRC, AWS CCP, or AWS Security 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 $62,000.00 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 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.