Booz Allen Hamilton

Application Security Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton Fort Meade, Maryland, United States · $99K–$225K/yr

Software Development · 10,001+ employees

Oct 02
security Mid (2-5 yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

You will support national security by modernizing legacy computing platforms and applications using cutting-edge enterprise cloud infrastructure. The role involves implementing Zero Trust compliant security services and managing network security controls within DoD enterprise environments.

What they look for

Zero Trust Network security Next-generation firewalls Palo Alto Versa Cisco Fortinet Juniper Cryptography TLS mTLS Public Key Infrastructure F5 Nginx A10 NetScaler

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in application and network security, including proficiency with next-generation firewalls and cryptography protocols. A Secret clearance is required, along with a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.

Benefits

Health insurance Life insurance Disability insurance Financial benefits Retirement benefits Paid leave Professional development Tuition assistance Work-life programs Dependent care Recognition awards

Full description

Job Description

Remote Work:

Hybrid

Job Number:

R0247897

Location:

Fort Meade,MD,US

Additional Locations:

• Columbus, Ohio, USA

• Ford Island, Hawaii, USA

• Hill AFB, Utah, USA

• Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, USA

• Pensacola, Florida, USA

• San Antonio, Texas, USA

• Scott AFB, Illinois, USA

• Tinker AFB, Oklahoma, USA

Application Security EngineerThe Opportunity:

Everyone is trying to “harness the cloud,” but not everyone knows how. As a cloud computing infrastructure architect, you know how to take advantage of cloud capabilities. On our team of experienced professionals, you’ll use cutting-edge enterprise cloud platforms to support your clients as they modernize their IT infrastructure and meet their most challenging missions. We’re looking for someone like you to help support national security.

Whether modernizing legacy computing platforms and applications or creating new ones from scratch, you’ll have the latest tech and brightest teammates at your fingertips.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

  • 2+ years of experience implementing Zero Trust compliant application and network security services and controls
  • 2+ years of experience with next-generation firewalls, such as such as Palo Alto, Versa, Cisco, Fortinet, or Juniper
  • Knowledge of cryptography protocols and standards, including TLS, mTLS, hashing algorithms, and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
  • Knowledge of application delivery products, such as F5, Nginx, A10, or NetScaler
  • Ability to work within DoD enterprise networks, such as defense infrastructure, including DMZ and application security
  • Secret clearance
  • HS diploma or GED

 

Nice If You Have:

  • Experience with In-Line Break and Inspect solutions such as reverse web proxy and forward web proxy
  • Experience using Office 365 applications and Teams collaboration
  • Experience working in DoD Cloud and on-premises cloud environments
  • Knowledge of federal compliance standards, including NIST 800-53, FIPS, DoD STIG, and FedRAMP

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 $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (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.

About Us

Booz Allen is an advanced technology company. We build commercial-grade products and solutions for America’s most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities.

Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, hiring, or employment process because of a disability, a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance, or as otherwise required by applicable law should contact the Booz Allen Help Desk by calling 1-877-927-8278 or sending an email to helpdesk@bah.com. We will review requests on an individualized basis and provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable law.

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