Software Security Engineer

Software Security Engineer

The Opportunity:

As a Software Security Engineer, you know how critical it is to stay ahead of evolving threats by identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities before adversaries can. At Booz Allen, you'll strengthen your knowledge on a mission-focused team where you'll use your growing understanding of security practices throughout the software development lifecycle to enhance and maintain the security posture of software. You’ll apply specific functional knowledge and working or general industry knowledge.

You’ll develop or contribute to solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and  this role, you’ll support clients by working with a collaborative team to assess and analyze software for vulnerabilities to determine if the risk is acceptable for use in the DoD arena. You’ll utilize knowledge of the software lifecycle and secure software development practices to ensure security is built-in to software applications.

You’ll work closely with developers and information assurance engineers to ensure adequate verification and validation. You will examine software applications from an adversarial perspective to qualify risks, work under general supervision, and plan, conduct, and deliver assignments.

This is your opportunity to help advance national security through cutting-edge cyber capabilities.  Join us. The world can't wait. You Have: 

  Experience with Java, JavaScript, C, C++, or Python

Experience with Information Assurance or cybersecurity requirements

Knowledge of NIST, RMF, or DoD requirements   Knowledge of software development or programming Ability to manage competing priorities

Secret clearance HS diploma or GEDDoD 8140 Compliant Intermediate or DoD 8570 Compliant IAT level II Certification such as Security+ or CISSP Certification Nice If You Have:   Experience working through the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Experience with VMware and virtual test environments, and Linux and Windows operating systems

Experience with Static Code Analysis tools, including Fortify or Open Text Experience  with vulnerabilities and source code bugs Knowledge of industry best practice methodologies in software security, and reporting on testing results and appropriate countermeasures

Knowledge of Static Code Analysis and performing code reviews, with and without a static code analyzer, for security vulnerabilities and applying industry best practices

Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate a passion for learning

Possession of excellent writing and communication skills, and analytical and technical problem-solving skills

Top Secret clearance

Bachelor's degree in CS, Information Science, or a related field

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.

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