Cyber Warfare Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton

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Work type: On-site
Location: Rome, NY
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 88 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Closes: Oct 29, 2026 (soon)
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting

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TL;DR · Cyber Warfare Engineer

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The Cyber Warfare Engineer provides technical expertise and guidance on the cybersecurity aspects of weapon and space systems. Working with various programs and stakeholders, the engineer identifies, assesses, and mitigates cyber threats and vulnerabilities to ensure mission success across all warfighting domains. Daily responsibilities include conducting cyber threat analysis, performing mission-based risk assessments, developing exploits, and engineering attack methodologies. The role involves creating cybersecurity documentation, providing training, and collaborating with government agencies and industry partners. Required skills include penetration testing, cyber red teaming, and experience with OT or Embedded Systems cybersecurity. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree, a Secret clearance, and certifications such as Security+, CPTS, PenTest+, or OSCP. The work focuses on securing complex weapon architectures and space defense operations against sophisticated threat actors.

Skills

Penetration Testing Cyber Red Teaming Embedded Systems Cyber Threat Analysis Zero Trust Artificial Intelligence Enterprise IT Security+ CPTS PenTest+ OSCP

What you'll do

Identify, assess, and mitigate cyber threats and vulnerabilities affecting weapon and space systems.
Conduct cyber threat analysis and mission-based cyber risk assessments for weapon and space systems.
Develop and implement cybersecurity solutions, mitigations, and best practices for mission success.
Conduct testing and analysis to identify vulnerabilities, develop exploits, and engineer attack methodologies.
Develop and maintain cybersecurity documentation, including procedures, plans, reports, and briefings.
Provide cybersecurity training and awareness for clients and other stakeholders.
Provide technical expertise and recommendations based on industry standards and best practices.

What we're looking for

5+ years of experience with cybersecurity including penetration testing, cyber red teaming, and OT or Embedded Systems cybersecurity.
Experience with complex systems and operations such as enterprise IT, OT, or Embedded systems.
Knowledge of cyber threat actors, tactics, techniques, and procedures for weapon and space systems.
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
Cybersecurity Certification such as Security+, CPTS, PenTest+, or OSCP (preferred).
Bachelor's degree.

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