Cybersecurity Test Engineer - Colorado Springs, United States - Booz Allen Hamilton

Description

Cybersecurity Test Engineer

The Opportunity

The Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) for an Air Force System Center client. We support the Air Force's acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation's warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems. You will provide support to the cybersecurity operations staff in resolving cybersecurity issues, as requested, and assist in the identification of non-compliant system settings, exploitable threats, and other system vulnerabilities.

You'll assist in authoring technical documentation including test plans, test procedures, technical whitepapers, and test reports, and use industry accepted and in-house developed tools to collect and aggregate cybersecurity data for use in identifying non-compliant system settings, exploitable threats, and other system vulnerabilities. You'll assist in the communication with system developers to further understanding of cybersecurity concepts and implemented controls. You'll provide the collected data to Information Systems Security Engineers (ISSE) in support of their assessment of system cybersecurity posture, and support the cybersecurity operations staff in resolving complex cybersecurity issues as requested. You'll assist in the authoring and peer-reviews of cybersecurity test plans and detailed test procedures that include step-by-step instructions for using advanced cybersecurity tools, and enhance cybersecurity testing processes and procedures through feedback and implementation. You'll assist in the reporting on cybersecurity program activities to upper management, as requested

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You Have

• 2+ years of experience with Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) processes
• 2+ years of experience in military, aerospace, DoD government, academia, or industry environments
• 2+ years of experience using Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and benchmarks
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of various Operating Systems
• Ability to troubleshoot problems involving complex systems
• Ability to be a motivated, self-starter capable of autonomous on-the-job learning or improvement with minimal supervision
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
• Ability to obtain a security clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or CS
• Ability to obtain DoD 8140 and DoD M Information Assurance Certifications within 6 months of hire date

Nice If You Have

• Experience with Secure Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) Compliance Checker (SCC) and STIG Viewer
• Experience with Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
• Experience with Database Management, including Microsoft SQL Server
• Experience developing and maintaining scripts, primarily in PowerShell
• Experience working in a highly competitive multi-contractor environment
• Experience with the DoD RMF Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process
• Experience with guiding policy documents such as AF, DoD, CNSSI, or NIST security policy or manuals
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Secret clearance
• International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) Certification such as ASEP, CSEP, or ESEP Certification

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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Support Your Well-Being

Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we'll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life-at work and at home.

Your Candidate Journey

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Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $60,300.00 to $137, annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

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