Security Control Assessor at Booz Allen Hamilton

Security Control Assessor:

The Opportunity:

As a systems security and network security engineer, you will identify the appropriate tools, systems, and applications needed to assess vulnerabilities and recommend the best solution and security strategy.

On our team, you’ll assess a variety of network and security devices and applications in accordance with NIST 800-53 and NIST 800-37 standards. You’ll use your curiosity for technology and market trends to further research and develop security solutions. Using your knowledge and experience, you’ll assess security threats and implement infrastructure controls.

In this role, you’ll have impact on the mission by supporting accreditation and authorization packages for both new and existing systems. With mentoring, challenging hands-on problem-solving, and opportunities to learn new tools and skills, we focus on growing as a team to make the best solutions for our customers.

What You’ll Work On:

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

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

• Perform 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.

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You Have:

• Experience utilizing NIST 800-53 security controls

• Experience with NIST 800-37 Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements

• Experience supporting system authorization activities, including the development and maintenance of security documentation such as System Security Plans (SSPs) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)

• Experience monitoring system security posture and identifying risks, vulnerabilities, and compliance gaps

• Experience tracking and managing POA&Ms and coordinating remediation activities with system stakeholders

• Experience assessing the security impact of system changes and supporting configuration and change management processes

• Experience preparing systems for security assessments, audits, and Authorizing Official reviews

• Ability to support continuous monitoring activities, including vulnerability management and security reporting, and serve as a security liaison between system teams, cybersecurity operations, and governance bodies

• Top Secret clearance

• HS diploma or GED and 8+ years of experience with Information Assurance (IA), or Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience with Information Assurance (IA)

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with operational technology and industrial control systems

• Master’s degree in Information Systems

• CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 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 $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (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.