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Operational Technology Cybersecurity Engineer

Phase2 Technology, Mc Lean, VA, United States


Job Number: R0238467

Opportunity
A robust cybersecurity framework is essential for safeguarding critical systems and enabling government agencies to achieve their missions. Developing the right security architecture for disparate environments demands a mix of technical expertise and strategic foresight. That’s why we need you, an Operational Technology (OT) security engineer who knows how to craft and implement comprehensive security solutions for complex systems.

Responsibilities
As an OT security engineer on our team, you’ll conduct cybersecurity assessments, design security solutions, and monitor threats to protect critical defense platforms and cyber‑physical systems. Your deep understanding of system designs, protocols, and physical configurations will guide the implementation of countermeasures, threat detection, and the maintenance of overall cybersecurity posture. You will oversee onsite security assessments and collaborate cross‑functionally with government stakeholders.

You Have

5+ years of experience in an engineering, security, or IT field

Experience with RMF, NIST SP 800‑53 controls, DoD STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity compliance processes

Experience supporting technical reviews, working groups, and documentation development for high‑visibility defense programs

Experience with Zero Trust architecture principles, frameworks, and implementation within complex weapon or mission system environments

Knowledge of cyber test planning, execution, and reporting, including vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and cyber resilience evaluations

Knowledge of systems engineering processes such as SRR, PDR, CDR, or TRR, and the integration of cybersecurity requirements, controls, and risk assessments throughout the system lifecycle

Ability to maintain cybersecurity posture documentation, participate in A&A activities, manage changes affecting system authorizations, coordinate across multiple engineering, cybersecurity, and program management teams, and effectively communicate technical and risk‑related information to stakeholders

Secret clearance

Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have

Experience supporting or advising on cyber‑related cost estimates, schedules, and technical baselines within acquisition or PMO environments

TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph

Master’s degree

IAT Level III certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CASP

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
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 $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (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.

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement
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.

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