Job Description

Remote Work:
Hybrid
Job Number:
R0211391
Location:
Bethesda,MD,US
IT Assessment and Authorization Specialist, Senior

The Opportunity: 

As a cyber mission specialist, you understand the value of hunt-forward operations, and you know that battles are won in the grey. At Booz Allen, you can use your cyberspace operations experience to create solutions that will be executed on a worldwide stage. We’re looking for an experienced cyber mission specialist like you to apply your knowledge in cyber risk management and impact our nation’s security as related to health information systems.  

 

In this role, you’ll be counted on to understand cyberspace capabilities to evaluate potential weaknesses as well as the effectiveness of mitigations for cyber security solutions. You will leverage cyberspace operations systems to aggregate threat feeds that inform briefings for senior leadership aligned to our customer's mission area.

 

This is an opportunity to use your research and analysis abilities to adequately assess and inform operators and senior leadership/commanders on cyber risk using the NIST Risk Management Framework. Your role will be vital in the development of operations plans to support command and control.  

 

If you want to be in the fight–working shoulder to shoulder with our clientsinfluencing the most critical global cyber missions, this is the opportunity for you.  

 

Join us. The world can’t wait.  

 

You Have: 

  • 8+ years of experience with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and conduct of IT Assessments to obtain an Authority to Operate (ATO)

  • Knowledge of NIST 800-53 security controls and implementations

  • Ability to work collaboratively, explain complex topics to others, and communicate effectively

  • Public Trust

  • Bachelor's degree

  • CISSP Certification

Nice If You Have: 

  • Knowledge of risk, and how one measures risk with respect to IT systems

  • Knowledge of IT for systems used in health care or health research

 

Vetting:

Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements

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 $84,600.00 to $193,000.00 (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.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

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.

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