Security Systems Engineer

## Security Systems Engineer Apply locations:
Atlanta, GAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
August 16, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition :
R0240549

Security Systems Engineer
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* The Opportunity:

** Support the government client’s security operations mission. Perform the deployment, operation, administration, troubleshooting, updating, securing, and maintenance of systems, software, and infrastructure that enable enterprise cybersecurity capabilities. Operate, maintain, and administer existing network and systems architectures, including hardware, software, physical cabling, and IP address management. Support a broad range of technical environments and responsibilities, including networking and security devices, circuits, automated systems, servers, client computers, applications, databases, voice systems, helpdesk support, asset and inventory management, and field technical support.
** You Have:
*** 8+ years of experience working in information security leading and coordinating security and infrastructure initiatives, including managing requirements, schedules, and deliverables and implementing security platforms
* Experience with Armis platform for Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management and the Elastic Stack for search, observability, and SIEM analytics
* Experience designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced scripting such as Bash, Perl, JavaScript, or Python, including command‐line Administration and O&M tasks
* Ability to collaborate with Security, Infrastructure, and Operations teams to design and implement automation that enhances operational effectiveness
* Ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize existing security infrastructure in partnership with server and network teams
* Ability to provide strategic troubleshooting and guidance for information security systems, including improving and extending system capabilities
* Ability to assess and enhance frameworks and stay current with modern security and automation technologies
* Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or IT
* CISSP or CISM Certification
** Nice If You Have:
*** Experience supporting and optimizing infrastructure management and threat intelligence tools with seamless integration into existing security processes
* Experience analyzing implementation requirements, modifying existing systems, and preparing specifications based on customer requests
* Experience with documenting systems, configurations, processes, and service records in structured formats
* Experience mentoring junior team members in technical best practices and problem solving
* Knowledge of effective attention‐to‐detail techniques
* Ability to troubleshoot complex LAN/WAN, throughput, and networking issues
* Ability to explain technical concepts to non‐technical stakeholders
* Ability to participate in a 24/7/365 on‐call rotation
* Possession of excellent organizational skills
* Possession of excellent communication and problem‐solving skills
** Vetting:
** Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements of the U.S. government client.
** 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.

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