Cloud Security Engineer
Booz Allen Hamilton
About the role
About
Define, communicate, and implement cybersecurity architecture and administration processes for Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure cloud environments across multiple network domains. Collaborate across our cloud infrastructure delivery team and with stakeholders using an Agile process to design, implement, verify, and continuously monitor cloud solutions across multiple domains. Develop Risk Management Framework (RMF) Body of Evidence artifacts, including system security plans and cybersecurity concept of operations documents for Cloud environments in alignment with existing RMF packages. Support assessment and authorization activities to achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) on multiple networks. Evaluate enhancements to Cloud environments against RMF controls and DoD Security Technical Implementation Guidance (STIG) requirements. Support data capture and configuration within tools to enable achievement of the organization’s Assessment and Authorization (A&A) objectives. Work without considerable direction. Mentor and supervise team members, as needed.
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience securing computer systems, performing DoD authorization activities, developing a body of evidence for RMF, and writing security plans
- 4+ years of experience with secure IT architecture and computing hardware and software
- Experience working with Cloud technologies, including AWS, Azure, or Infrastructure as a Service
- Experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Defender for incident monitoring and endpoint security
- Experience with scripts, PowerShell, and Bash to provide automated scanning or monitoring solutions
- Experience supporting security reviews of software and system releases within a DevSecOps framework and supporting recurring path‑to‑production software and system release activities
- Experience with terminology, processes, and regulations of IT system A&A for the RMF
- Top Secret clearance
- HS diploma or GED
- Ability to obtain DoD Directive 8570 or 8140 Series IAT Level II Certification within 90 days of hire date
Nice If You Have
- Experience assessing and authorizing network connections between on‑premise and cloud
- Experience in planning, implementing, and managing continuous monitoring solutions and working within an Agile‑based project management framework
- Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) or Windows system administration
- Experience with code management tools such as GIT or GitLab in a team setting
- Experience with the Army, DoD, or Intelligence Community (IC) Information Assurance (IA) or Information Systems
- Experience in Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) or Information System Security Officer (ISSO) roles
- Knowledge of terminology and federal regulations related to the specification, development, acquisition, and maintenance of IT systems
- Ability to work independently and as an integrated member of a project team
- Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
- TS/SCI clearance
Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required.
Compensation & Benefits
- Projected compensation range: $99,000 – $225,000 (annualized USD)
- Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
- Paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care
- Recognition awards program for exceptional performance
- Full‑time and part‑time employees (≥20 hours/week) are eligible for the full benefits package; part‑time below the threshold receive select offerings (excluding health benefits)
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience securing computer systems, performing DoD authorization activities, developing a body of evidence for RMF, and writing security plans
- 4+ years of experience with secure IT architecture and computing hardware and software
- Experience working with Cloud technologies, including AWS, Azure, or Infrastructure as a Service
- Experience with Microsoft Sentinel and Defender for incident monitoring and endpoint security
- Experience with scripts, PowerShell, and Bash to provide automated scanning or monitoring solutions
- Experience supporting security reviews of software and system releases within a DevSecOps framework and supporting recurring path-to-production software and system release activities
- Experience with terminology, processes, and regulations of IT system A&A for the RMF
- Top Secret clearance
- HS diploma or GED
- Ability to obtain DoD Directive 8570 or 8140 Series IAT Level II Certification within 90 days of hire date
- Experience assessing and authorizing network connections between on-premise and cloud
- Experience in planning, implementing, and managing continuous monitoring solutions and working within an Agile-based project management framework
- Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) or Windows system administration
- Experience with code management tools such as GIT or GitLab in a team setting
- Experience with the Army, DoD, or Intelligence Community (IC) Information Assurance (IA) or Information Systems
- Experience in Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) or Information System Security Officer (ISSO) roles
- Knowledge of terminology and federal regulations related to the specification, development, acquisition, and maintenance of IT systems
- Ability to work independently and as an integrated member of a project team
- Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
- TS/SCI clearance
- Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required
- You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments
Responsibilities
- Define, communicate, and implement cybersecurity architecture and administration processes for Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure cloud environments across multiple network domains
- Collaborate across our cloud infrastructure delivery team and with stakeholders using an Agile process to design, implement, verify, and continuously monitor cloud solutions across multiple domains
- Develop Risk Management Framework (RMF) Body of Evidence artifacts, including system security plans and cybersecurity concept of operations documents for Cloud environments in alignment with existing RMF packages
- Support assessment and authorization activities to achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) on multiple networks
- Evaluate enhancements to Cloud environments against RMF controls and DoD Security Technical Implementation Guidance (STIG) requirements
- Support data capture and configuration within tools to enable achievement of the organization’s Assessment and Authorization (A&A) objectives
- Work without considerable direction
- Mentor and supervise team members, as needed
- 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
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