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Cybersecurity Policy Specialist

Booz Allen Hamilton

Job Description

Posted on: 
November 25, 2024

Summary and company overview

The Opportunity:

When our country's cybersecurity is on the line, simply reacting is not enough, we need a plan. And when that plan needs to support our defense infrastructure, we need strategic policy support. That's why we need you, a cybersecurity mission specialist with the expertise required to analyze the policies that determine our cyber resilience.

As a cybersecurity mission specialist on our team, you'll lead the assessment of your client's cyber policies, the coverage of those policies, and areas of risks. You'll evaluate and audit how policies stack up to regulations, best practices, and industry standards. As you guide your client through understanding acceptable risk and availability, you'll advance the development of a strategic cyber roadmap. You'll work in a consultative role to ensure the client operates securely as they navigate an evolving IT environment.

Work with us as we secure our nation's critical infrastructure through strategic cyber policy support.

Join us. The world can't wait.

Responsibilities

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Job Requirements

You Have:

  • 12+ years of experience in the Federal government or Federal consulting
  • Experience with writing or drafting executive or formal senior-level correspondence material to support decision-making
  • Experience drafting of technical writing at the organization-level, such as drafting organization level technical policies, and strategies
  • Experience in the cybersecurity or information assurance field and capable of providing an operational understanding of the cybersecurity program within DoD
  • Experience with supporting DoD-level organizations, including Action Officer duties and staffing processes or tools
  • Experience facilitating meetings, such as working groups and conferences and associated pre and post meeting activities
  • Top Secret clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:

  • Knowledge of NIST 800 series publications
  • Knowledge of Joint instructions and manuals
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities
  • Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Possession of excellent organizational skills
  • CISSP or CISM Certification

Additional commentary

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top 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 $67,700.00 to $154,000.00 (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.

Summary and company overview

The Opportunity:

When our country's cybersecurity is on the line, simply reacting is not enough, we need a plan. And when that plan needs to support our defense infrastructure, we need strategic policy support. That's why we need you, a cybersecurity mission specialist with the expertise required to analyze the policies that determine our cyber resilience.

As a cybersecurity mission specialist on our team, you'll lead the assessment of your client's cyber policies, the coverage of those policies, and areas of risks. You'll evaluate and audit how policies stack up to regulations, best practices, and industry standards. As you guide your client through understanding acceptable risk and availability, you'll advance the development of a strategic cyber roadmap. You'll work in a consultative role to ensure the client operates securely as they navigate an evolving IT environment.

Work with us as we secure our nation's critical infrastructure through strategic cyber policy support.

Join us. The world can't wait.

Apply now