Cybersecurity and RMF Engineer, Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton

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Arlington, VA · San Antonio, TX Posted 30 days ago $112,800$257,000 / year

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TL;DR

As a Lead Cybersecurity and RMF Engineer on our dynamic team, you will oversee the development and implementation of security solutions to protect Air Force systems, supervising a team as they analyze complex challenges using network and security devices. Your responsibilities include managing infrastructure controls, conducting risk assessments, and leveraging big data analytics for advanced threat detection. You’ll need at least 8 years of experience with RMF, NIST 800-53, Zero Trust, and vulnerability management, along with a Secret clearance and HS diploma or GED. Familiarity with DevSecOps pipeline security tools and secure cloud environments is essential, as well as expertise in cybersecurity engineering and RMF alignment for IL5-ready systems.

Skills

RMF NIST 800-53 Zero Trust STIGs DevSecOps AWS MSSQL Azure CI/CD IL5 PoA&M continuous monitoring

What you'll do

  • Manage infrastructure and cyber security controls to enhance detection and vulnerability capabilities.
  • Lead risk and vulnerability assessments in network, system, and application areas using big data analytics.
  • Implement security solutions by researching technology trends and market insights.
  • Assess security threats and implement infrastructure controls using Low Code/No Code systems.
  • Oversee the development of secure architecture and continuous monitoring in IL5 environments.

What we're looking for

  • 8+ years of experience with RMF, NIST 800-53, Zero Trust, STIGs, and secure cloud environments.
  • 5+ years as an ISSO, ISSE, or ISSM overseeing security assessments and compliance.
  • 2+ years setting up DevSecOps pipeline security tools and supporting DevOps teams.
  • Expertise in cybersecurity engineering, RMF alignment, and continuous monitoring for IL5 readiness.
  • Secret clearance and HS diploma or GED required.
  • Nice to have: DoD 8570 IAM II certification or equivalent.

Market check

Salary context

This $112,800–$257,000 range sits above 70% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$117,390$203,350

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$139,500$189,287

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Booz Allen Hamilton

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

Booz Allen Hamilton currently has 627 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $86,800–$198,000 across 614 roles with salary data.

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