Job Summary
The role involves evaluating software applications from a security standpoint to detect vulnerabilities and assess the acceptability of risks for Department of Defense (DoD) usage. The candidate will collaborate with development teams and information assurance engineers to embed security measures throughout the software development lifecycle, ensuring that software security is validated and verified.
Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments of software applications to identify security vulnerabilities.
- Evaluate the level of risks associated with software for DoD applications.
- Collaborate with developers to ensure security is integrated into software design and development.
- Work with information assurance engineers to verify and validate software security measures.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in at least one programming language: Java, JavaScript, C, C++, or Python.
- Understanding of cybersecurity or information assurance standards and practices.
- Familiarity with NIST, Risk Management Framework (RMF), or Department of Defense (DoD) requirements.
- High school diploma or GED is mandatory.
- Active Secret security clearance is required.
- Possession of DoD 8140 Intermediate or DoD 8570 IAT Level II certifications, such as Security+ or CISSP.
Booz Allen Hamilton provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
