Information Security Risk Specialist, Lead at Booz Allen · Huntsville

Information Security Risk Specialist, Lead
Location: Huntsville, AL
Information Security Risk Specialist, Lead
The Opportunity:
Cyber threats are everywhere, and the constantly evolving nature of these threats can make understanding them seem overwhelming to our Space and Military Intelligence client space. In all of this “cyber noise,” how can these organizations understand their risks and how to mitigate them? The answer is you—a lead information security risk specialist who can break down complex threats into manageable plans of action.
As an information security risk specialist on our team, you’ll work with Federal Government clients leading the discovery of their cyber risks, understanding applicable policies, and developing a mitigation plan. You’ll oversee the analysis of technical and personnel details from Scientist, Researchers and Information Security SMEs as your team reviews the entire threat landscape. Then, you’ll guide your client through a plan of action with presentations, white papers, and milestones.
Your client will rely on you to translate security concepts so they can make the best decisions to secure their Critical Infrastructure and Mission Critical Systems. This is your opportunity to take a leadership role in information security while sharing your skills in Cyber Security with both your clients and your team.
Work with us as we protect the most sophisticated global enterprises as well as our nations cyber infrastructure.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:
5+ years ofexperiencein a cybersecurity role
3+ years ofexperiencewith the DoD RMF accreditation processes
Experiencewith RMF, STIGs, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-37, AWS, Xacta, or eMASS
Experienceimplementing and maintaining security controls
Ability towork through challenging security requirements and maintain compliance
Ability todevelop technical documentation to support accreditation efforts
Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree
Nice If You Have:
Experience serving as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
Experience utilizing the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) to address security controls, create POA&Ms, and upload artifacts such as STIG checklists or ACAS scans
Knowledge of Cloud-based infrastructure and DevSecOps principles and practices
Knowledge of security tools such as Microsoft Intune or Microsoft Defender
Ability to use and operate security tools, including Tenable Nessus, SecurityCenter, IBM Guardium, HP WebInspect, or Network Mapper
DoD 8140 IAM Level 1Certification
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.
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 $112,800.00 to $257,000.00 (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.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.