Cyber Systems Architect
The Opportunity:

In this role, you will serve as the designer and integrator of operational cybersecurity technologies supporting a large federal health research organization. This role ensures that SecOps environments are architected for resilience, scalability, compliance, and mission alignment within the enterprise security program. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

You Have:

• 8+ years of experience within cybersecurity operations, security engineering, incident response, or enterprise security architecture
• Experience aligning system architectures with the CISA Zero Trust Maturity Model
• Experience with evaluating emerging technologies and conducting proof-of-concepts to assess mission fit
• Experience responding to and remediating cybersecurity incidents
• Ability to integrate modern capabilities such as behavioral analytics, AI/ML enrichment, automated response, and threat intelligence into SecOps pipelines
• Ability to maintain comprehensive architecture diagrams, documentation, and configuration baselines
• Public Trust
• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have:

• Experience communicating complex security concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders and senior leaders
• Experience within a federal health or research oriented organization
• Ability to collaborate with A&A, GRC, and cyber policy teams to ensure systems meet all security, privacy, regulatory, and audit requirements
• Ability to translate strategic cybersecurity objectives from leadership into actionable technical requirements for operational teams
• Bachelor's degree
• CompTIA Security+ Certification

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 $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (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 hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. 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.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. 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.