OT & Defense Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Engineer
Job Description
OT and Defense Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Engineer role in Arlington, VA, onsite with Booz Allen Hamilton.
Responsibilities
- Act as the principal technical authority on cybersecurity for Operational Technology and Defense Critical Infrastructure systems.
- Provide expert guidance on securing industrial control systems, SCADA environments, and mission-critical defense assets.
- Advise leadership and engineering teams on compliance, risk management, and advanced threat mitigation strategies.
- Maintain awareness of evolving OT-focused cyber threats, attack techniques, and adversary capabilities.
- Lead technical and strategic initiatives to ensure resilience and security of defense-critical operations.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, risk management, cyber operations, governance, or compliance
- 6+ years of experience securing OT, ICS, DCI, or SCADA systems
- 2+ years of experience leading teams
- Experience developing Standard Operating Procedures or Incident Response playbooks
- TS/SCI clearance
- Bachelor's degree
- Security+ certification
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Financial benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid leave
- Professional development
- Tuition assistance
- Work-life programs
- Dependent care
Nice to have
- Experience in ARNG, Army, or DoD environments
- Ability to communicate technical issues or risks effectively to senior leadership
- Master's degree
- Advanced cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, ISSAP, ISSEP, CASP+, or SecurityX
Work model
- Remote: May require occasional in-person work at Booz Allen or customer facilities.
- Hybrid: Regular presence at a Booz Allen facility with possible visits to customer sites as needed.
- Onsite: Primarily performed at Booz Allen or customer facilities with on-site collaboration.
Clearance
- Selected applicants will undergo a security investigation to determine eligibility for access to classified information
- TS/SCI clearance is required
Compensation
- Projected annual salary range: USD 112,800.00 – 257,000.00, depending on location, education, knowledge, skills, and experience
- This posting will close within 90 days from the posting date
Identity verification
As part of the hiring process, Booz Allen may use identity verification that leverages biometrics and artificial intelligence. You may be required to be on camera during interviews and assessments, and Booz Allen may capture your image to verify identity and prevent fraud.
Candidate AI usage policy
AI tools are used in Booz Allen operations, but interview responses should reflect your own skills and knowledge unless explicit permission is granted to use AI assistance during the process.
Commitment to non-discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.