Certification Systems Engineer, Lead

The Opportunity:

Work with Booz Allen colleagues and government clients, from various DoD and other government agencies to systems engineers, and space and ground system platform acquisition programs. Help the Space Force integrate the GPS system user equipment across a large stakeholder community and manage technical projects, including performance, cost, schedule, and risk. Lead and manage the GPS Security certification technical assessment processes for DoD acquisitions. Develop and enforce GPS user equipment security certification and assessment processes, including DoD cryptography, information assurance and cybersecurity, program protection and anti-tamper, and Military Standard Order procedures. Prepare, process, and review various technical assessment and evaluation documents to ensure compliance with government security certification requirements, processes, and policies. Provide acquisition knowledge and counsel to government acquisition offices.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 10+ years of experience with DoD GPS software and system engineering, including software and hardware acquisition, development and integration, data protection, and security information assurance

• 7+ years of experience in DoD acquisition planning, contract management, project management and business operations

• Experience using Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Experience evaluating security architectural requirements, design, and implementation for compliance

• Experience in secure software programming, embedded systems security architecture, and multi-level security data protection

• Knowledge of Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) chip design, FPGAs, and integration into ASICs

• Ability to communicate technical details with internal and external customers, acting as a conduit between an engineering team, senior leaders, and clients

• Secret clearance

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with the DoD acquisition system

• Experience with GPS and navigation technologies and systems

• Experience working new technology programs for embedded systems

• Possession of strong interpersonal and leadership skills

• TS/SCI clearance

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or Computer Science

• Completion of the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) Level II or higher in Engineering or Program Management

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

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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

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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.