Cybersecurity Validator and Risk Analyst, Mid
Booz Allen HamiltonAbout the role
The Opportunity:
Cyber threats are everywhere, and the constantly evolving nature of these threats can make understanding them seem overwhelming to the Navy and DoD. In all of this “cyber noise,” how can these organizations understand their risks and how to mitigate them? The answer is you. We need your knowledge as an information security risk specialist to help break down complex threats into manageable plans of action.
As an information security risk specialist on our team, you’ll work with Navy programs to discover their cyber risks, understand policies, and develop a mitigation plan. You’ll get technical, environmental, and personnel details from engineers and SMEs to assess the entire threat landscape. Then, you’ll help your team guide your client through a plan of action with presentations, whitepapers, and milestones. You’ll work on translating security concepts for your client so they can make the best decisions to secure their mission critical networks and systems. This is your opportunity to take an active role in information security while growing your skills in cybersecurity, security and network tools, systems engineering, and data science. Work with us as we protect our Navy's cybersecurity posture.
Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
- 3+ years of experience working in a professional IT environment
- 3+ years of experience with cybersecurity and cybersecurity management tools
- 3+ years of experience with Assessment and Authorization (A&A), including package development, artifact generation, and accreditor negotiation
- Experience with DoD cyber validation
- Experience with accreditation documentation, including System Security Plans (SSP), Implementation Plans, Privacy Impact Assessments, Security Assessment Plans (SAP), Risk Assessments, or Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)
- Experience conducting security assessments and providing recommendations to meet security requirements
- Secret clearance
- Bachelor's degree
- DoD 8140 CompTIA Security+ Certification
- Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) Certification
Nice If You Have:
- Experience with DoD or Navy cybersecurity and acquisition processes
- Experience with operating systems such as Windows, UNIX, and Linux, security tools and devices such as network firewalls, web proxy, intrusion prevention systems, vulnerability scanners, or penetration tools, and scanning tools or security products such as ACAS, SCAP, STIG or SRGs, eMASS, and HBSS
- Experience with security tools and devices such as network firewalls, web proxy, intrusion prevention systems, vulnerability scanners, or penetration tools
- Ability to apply subject matter expertise to system engineering and acquisition documentation
- Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Top Secret clearance
- Master’s degree in a Technology field
- CISSP Certification
- CySA Certification
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.
Create Your Career:
Grow With Us
Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms.
A Place Where You Belong
Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen’s culture of respect, equity, and opportunity means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time.
Support Your Well-Being
Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.
Your Candidate Journey
At Booz Allen, we know our people are what propel us forward, and we value relationships most of all.
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