Ongoing Authorization Security Solution Architect

Key Role:  

Maintain responsibility for designing and implementing continuous Authorization to Operate (cATO) and maintaining ongoing authorization for federal systems and applications. Work closely with cross-functional teams to implement security controls, conduct risk assessments, assess risk client tolerance and design appropriate security control thresholds, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

Basic Qualifications: 

• 3+ years of experience conducting security control assessments against NIST 800 series, testing 800-53R5 security controls to ensure continuous compliance
• 3+ years of experience identifying technology vulnerabilities using both manual and automated processes, including automated compliance and vulnerability scanners and system configuration reviews such as CIS Benchmarks, STIGS, Nessus, or Splunk
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate security controls into the development life cycle
• Experience maintaining documentation and evidence to support compliance efforts
• Experience creating and maintaining documentation for security processes, procedures, and controls
• Knowledge of continuous ATO (cATO) and Ongoing Authorization (OA) pillars such as Continuous Monitoring, Active Cyber Defense and DevSecOps foundations
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, standards, and frameworks such as NIST or FedRAMP
• Public Trust
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Additional Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience designing or building Cyber Risk Management, Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM), Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), or Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) Programs
• 1+ years of experience developing and implementing automated solutions for continuous ATO and ongoing authorization processes
• Experience in strategic advisory client-facing roles leading delivery teams, managing client expectations, briefing executive stakeholders, and leading projects from inception through completion, including delivering results within specified timelines and budgets, and leading cross-functional engagement teams comprising of 2+ staff members in consulting or customer service delivery roles
• Experience with application security or product security, including in DevOps, DevSecOps, and SDLC, and with cloud assessment methodologies, including utilizing built-in processes for assessing native cloud services, including optimizing cloud infrastructure for efficiency, security, and cost-effectiveness
• Knowledge of emerging topics, including regulations, industry practices, and new technologies such as AI, Cyber Risk Quantification (CRQ), Zero-Trust Architecture (ZTA), threat modeling, and risk modeling
• Possession of excellent leadership, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Secret clearance or higher
• Cybersecurity certification, including CGRC, CISSP, CEH, CISM, CISA, or GSLC

Vetting:

Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client; Public Trust determination is required.

Compensation

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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 $110,100.00 to $250,000.00 (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

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.