Cybersecurity Engineer and Risk Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton

Actively hiring
Locations San Diego, California, US Posted 41 days ago $69,300–$158,000 / year
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As a Cybersecurity Engineer and Risk Analyst at this leading defense contractor, you will join a dedicated team focused on safeguarding military systems by identifying vulnerabilities and recommending robust security strategies. Your daily tasks will include assessing security threats using tools like ACAS and STIGs, implementing infrastructure controls, and supporting critical Navy missions through hands-on risk management. You’ll need 3+ years of experience in IT systems for DoD or government agencies, expertise in RMF processes, and proficiency with operating systems such as Windows and Linux, along with cloud technologies. Additionally, you should be adept at developing security artifacts like Boundary Diagrams and Data Flow Diagrams, using eMASS for Security Plan development, and communicating technical solutions to diverse audiences. A TS/SCI clearance is required, alongside a Bachelor’s degree in STEM and DoD 8140 Certification.

Skills

ACAS STIG eMASS DevSecOps CI/CD Automation Network Engineering Windows Linux Vulnerability Scanners Intrusion Prevention Systems Web Application Firewalls Penetration Testing RMF A&A Security Assessment Plans Boundary Diagrams Data Flow Diagrams

What you'll do

  • Analyze complex cybersecurity challenges for military customers using knowledge of policy and infrastructure.
  • Assess security threats and implement controls to protect Navy systems and networks.
  • Develop and maintain RMF artifacts, including Security Assessment Plans (SAP) and other deliverables.
  • Implement security policies and perform compliance testing with industry-standard tools.
  • Communicate technical results to both technical and non-technical audiences effectively.
  • Lead the execution of cybersecurity projects from inception to completion.

What we're looking for

  • 3+ years of experience in DoD or government IT systems
  • Expertise in Navy Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Assessment and Authorization (A&A)
  • Proficiency in implementing security controls, policies, and compliance testing
  • Experience with eMASS for Security Plan development and package processing
  • TS/SCI clearance and DoD 8140 Certification
  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field

Market check

Salary context

This $69,300–$158,000 range sits above 9% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$110,000–$198,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$137,675–$184,325

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 239 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 629 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $86,800–$198,000 across 616 roles with salary data.

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