Booz Allen Hamilton - Fairfax, VA

posted 3 months ago

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level
Fairfax, VA
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Cybersecurity Consultant at Booz Allen, you will play a critical role in safeguarding our nation's cybersecurity. In a landscape where threats are constantly evolving, your expertise will be essential in developing strategic policies and technical solutions that not only react to incidents but also proactively mitigate risks. You will conduct thorough testing and analysis to identify vulnerabilities within systems and networks, developing exploits and engineering attack methodologies to better understand potential threat vectors. Your work will involve guiding clients through the complexities of acceptable risk and availability, ultimately helping them to create a robust Cyber roadmap that ensures secure operations in an ever-changing IT environment. In this position, you will leverage your skills in cybersecurity analysis tools and techniques, as well as your knowledge of embedded programming languages such as C and C++, and scripting languages like Python. You will be expected to apply your understanding of cybersecurity principles, including secure coding standards and software development best practices, to provide actionable recommendations. Your ability to research and analyze documentation, including design documents and architecture diagrams, will be crucial in identifying potential security vulnerabilities. As you collaborate with clients, your insights will help them navigate the complexities of cybersecurity, ensuring they are equipped to handle the challenges ahead. Join us in this vital mission to support our clients and minimize risks through effective cybersecurity solutions. The world can't wait for a safer digital future, and your contributions will be at the forefront of this effort.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct testing and analysis to identify vulnerabilities in systems and networks.
  • Develop exploits and engineer attack methodologies to understand potential threat vectors.
  • Guide clients in understanding acceptable risk and availability.
  • Help develop a strategic Cyber roadmap for clients.
  • Research and provide recommendations on cybersecurity best practices.
  • Analyze documentation for potential security vulnerabilities.

Requirements

  • Experience with cybersecurity analysis tools and techniques.
  • Experience with embedded programming languages, including C and C++, and scripting languages, including Python.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, including secure coding standards and software development best practices.
  • Ability to research and provide recommendations on cybersecurity best practices.
  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
  • Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor's degree in Winter 2024 or Spring/Summer 2025.

Nice-to-haves

  • Knowledge of embedded systems concepts.
  • Ability to leverage expertise in technical writing and presentations.
  • Ability to review software source code against secure coding standards.
  • Ability to analyze documentation, including design documents and architecture diagrams, for potential security vulnerabilities.
  • Secret clearance.
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification, including Security+ CE.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Disability insurance coverage.
  • Financial and retirement benefits.
  • Paid leave.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • Work-life programs.
  • Dependent care support.
  • Recognition awards program for exceptional performance.
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