Cybersecurity Data Engineer

The Opportunity:

Are you ready to leverage your expertise in systems security engineering to support critical missions and protect our nation? As a Cybersecurity Data Engineer, you will assess vulnerabilities and recommend superior security strategies to safeguard vital military infrastructure.

Join our team where you will address complex challenges using your knowledge of network and security devices. We seek your curiosity about technology and market trends to develop innovative security solutions. Your experience in cybersecurity will be essential as you evaluate threats and implement controls to enhance security.

In this role, you'll make a significant impact by securing and protecting critical AI and ML networks. With opportunities for mentoring, hands-on problem-solving, and learning, we prioritize team growth to create the best solutions for our clients.

What You'll Work On:

• Design, develop, and implement automated workflows and integrations.
• Focus on safeguarding critical information systems and data against advanced cyber threats, with an emphasis on Zero Trust architecture and robust automation.
• Utilize data analytics and visualization techniques to improve threat detection and incident response.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop security policies and conduct continuous evaluations of security controls.
• Automate security processes and ensure compliance with DoD, Army, and Intelligence Community standards.

You Have:

• 6+ years in an ISSE, ISSO, or IT role.
• Experience managing the end-to-end process for new security data sources in SIEM, including log collection and parsing.
• Expertise in developing and maintaining parsing logic for unstructured logs and ensuring data consistency.
• Experience building automated processes to enrich security data with essential context.
• Knowledge of optimizing data architecture for improved query performance and detection rule execution.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• High School diploma or GED.
• IASAE II Certification such as CASP+, CISSP, or CSSLP.

Nice If You Have:

• Experience integrating AI/ML capabilities to enhance security monitoring.
• Proficiency in automation tools and scripting languages like Python and PowerShell.
• Experience with designing and managing unsupervised ML jobs for real-time anomaly detection.
• Ability to build advanced alerting rules using Elastic's features to reduce alert fatigue.
• Experience with AIOps workflows for initial root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust principles and frameworks such as NIST 800-207.
• Knowledge of using AI/ML to identify patterns in unstructured log data.
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) or GIAC Certification.

Clearance:

Selected applicants will undergo a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation:

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions and offer comprehensive benefits including health, financial, and development opportunities. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 annually. This estimate reflects the typical salary range and is one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement:

As part of the hiring process, candidates will complete an identity verification process using advanced biometrics and AI for authenticity. You will be on camera during interviews and assessments.

Candidate AI Usage Policy:

We are committed to the ethical use of AI in our hiring process, ensuring fairness based on your skills and knowledge. Use of AI tools during interviews is prohibited without explicit permission.

Work Model:

Our people-first culture values collaboration, and employees are generally expected to appear on camera during virtual meetings. If this position is remote, occasional in-person work at a Booz Allen or customer facility may be required. A hybrid schedule will involve frequent work from a Booz Allen facility, aligning with leadership expectations. Onsite positions will be primarily at a Booz Allen office or customer facility.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.