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Cloud Security Architect

631 Booz Allen Hamilton_United States
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/3/2026
Cloud Security Architect The Opportunity: Everyone is trying to “harness the cloud,” but not everyone knows how to secure it. As a cloud security architect, you know how to assess and implement requirements that ensure the safety of information systems and protect them against intentional or inadvertent access or destruction. What if you could use your advanced cloud security skills to accelerate our nation's defense capabilities? We need you to lead the development of cloud-based security architectures for some of the defense industry's most critical systems. As a cloud security architect on our team, you’ll define, communicate, and implement security architecture to support mission-critical operations. You’ll recommend tools and capabilities based on your research of the current environment and knowledge of various on-premise, cloud-based, and hybrid resources to address the risk management framework (RMF). Your high-level technical expertise will be vital as you work with your defense client to ensure standards are met with information assurance and security requirements. This is an opportunity to apply the latest cloud technologies as you look for ways to secure your customer’s environment. You’ll share your skills in cloud-based security and automation while leading tomorrow’s cloud security experts. Help us transform and secure a fifth-generation defense system with cloud technology. Join us. The world can’t wait. You Have:  8 years of experience with cybersecurity 3 years of experience in a leadership role Experience with Authority to Operate (ATO) and DoD Cloud SRG requirements, including for classified or SAP environments, and DoD Risk Management Framework Experience designing and implementing Zero Trust Architecture in a cloud environment Experience with decomposing high-level operational requirements into functional definitions, verification objectives, and full system specifications, and identifying and enabling critical technologies, constraints, and risks Knowledge of U.S. Government compliance frameworks such as NIST 800-53 and CMMC Ability to proactively lead ATO process, including stakeholder engagement and document development Secret clearance Bachelor's degree Ability to obtain DoD 8570 IAT Level II or IAT Level III Certification within 30 days of hire Nice If You Have:  Knowledge of Microsoft Azure services, including Azure Active Directory, Azure Security Center or Defender, and Sentinel Knowledge of PLx Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or Engineering CISSP, CCSP, Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate, or related Certification 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 application process, 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. Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely. If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility. If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific 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. Note: Microsoft Internet Explorer is not fully compatible with Workday and users may experience systems issues with this browser. We recommend that you use one of the following browsers to avoid problems: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Apple Safari, Opera Browser or Blackberry Browser. If you continue to experience issues, it is sometimes necessary to reset your browser by clearing your cache. About Booz Allen Hamilton Booz Allen is an advanced technology company delivering outcomes with speed for America’s most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities. We build technology solutions using AI, cyber, and other cutting-edge technologies to advance and protect the nation and its citizens. By focusing on outcomes, we enable our people, clients, and their missions to succeed—accelerating the nation to realize our purpose: Empower People to Change the World®. 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. Know Your Rights Poster Accommodations If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please contact the Booz Allen Help Desk by calling 1-877-927-8278 or sending an email to helpdesk@bah.com. This option is reserved only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation. It is not intended for other purposes or inquiries. Data Privacy For more information on how Booz Allen uses your information, please see our Careers Privacy Policy.

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