Undersea Systems Security Engineer

Join our team as a Systems Security Engineer supporting cybersecurity and systems security analysis for U.S. Navy afloat and undersea platforms. You will help design, assess, and implement cybersecurity solutions across the system lifecycle including supporting integration, testing, operations, and sustainment activities. In this role, you'll apply modern systems security engineering practices, analyze vulnerabilities, and recommend mission focused solutions that strengthen the resilience of critical naval systems.

• Analyze and develop system security solutions throughout the lifecycle, including integration, testing, operations, and maintenance.
• Evaluate system vulnerabilities, perform security assessments, and support risk mitigation planning aligned with DoD and Navy requirements.
• Apply knowledge of cybersecurity engineering principles, network security, protocols such as TCP, IP, DHCP, DNS, and network design processes.
• Support systems security testing and evaluation, reviewing design artifacts, and identifying security gaps.
• Provide cybersecurity recommendations based on threats, vulnerabilities, and emerging risks.
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and stakeholders to achieve secure system configurations and resilient architectures.
• Contribute to documentation, briefs, and technical reports supporting system accreditation and cyber readiness.

• 5+ years of experience in systems security engineering, cybersecurity, software engineering, or network security

• 3+ years of experience in Navy acquisition or In-service programs

• Knowledge of information security systems engineering principles, cybersecurity fundamentals, and DoD mission needs

• Knowledge of networking concepts such as LAN, WAN, bandwidth management, network protocols, and directory services

• Ability to assess security system designs and support systems engineering processes

• Secret clearance

• Bachelor's degree in a computer science, engineering, or technical field

• DoD IAT Level II Certification

• Experience with Navy afloat systems

• Experience with RMF policies and procedures for Navy systems

• Experience with Zero Trust implementation in DoD systems and software

• Knowledge of Navy afloat cybersecurity challenges

• Master's degree in a technical field

• DoD IAT Level III Certification

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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 $69,300.00 to $158,000.00 (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.

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