Cyber Test Engineer, Mid
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Cyber Test Engineer, Mid
61,900–141,000 / Year
Location
Rome, NY
Experience
Mid
Posted
Jul 7, 2026
Apply by
October 4, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeHybrid
Job Description
Cyber Test Engineer, Mid
**The Opportunity:**
Collaborate with a team of creative problem solvers to test and evaluate systems through a Whitebox adversarial approach for the DoD in support of our Air Force clients. Work with systems that are assessed based on the NIST 800-53 Risk Management Framework security controls. Focus on the filtering capabilities and data flows such as low levels, within the architecture of the system, including Mandatory Access Controls and Discretionary Access Controls. Build capabilities by learning from others' expertise within our skilled team.
Join us. The world can't wait.
**You Have:**
- Experience with Linux command line, including scripting in Ruby, Python, or Bash, and automating basic tasks
- Experience with networking concepts
- Experience with virtualization
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
- Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
- HS diploma or GED and 5+ years of experience with cybersecurity, information security, or information technology, or Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience with cybersecurity, information security, or information technology
- Ability to obtain a DoD IAT Level II Compliant Security+ CE Certification within 120 days of start date
**Nice If You Have:**
- Experience analyzing and executing test plans and procedures
- Experience developing or analyzing technical documentation
- Experience with penetration testing or adversarial emulation
- Experience with NIST 800-53 security controls
- Knowledge of cyber threats and how to appropriately harden a system to prevent them
- Knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools, including Kali Linux, Wireshark, Tripwire, Burp Suite, and Metasploit
- TS/SCI clearance
- Master's degree
- OSCP, CISSP, CASP, Red Hat CSA, or GPEN Certification
**Clearance:**
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
**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 $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (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 hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. 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.
**Candidate AI Usage Policy**
AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on **your** own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited **unless permission is explicitly provided**.
**Work Model**
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.
- **Remote**: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
- **Hybrid**: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
- **Onsite**: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Test and evaluate systems using a Whitebox adversarial approach for DoD Air Force clients
- Assess systems based on NIST 800-53 Risk Management Framework security controls
- Focus on filtering capabilities and data flows including Mandatory and Discretionary Access Controls
- Build capabilities by learning from team expertise
- Travel up to 25% of the time
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED with 5+ years of experience
- Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience
Skills Required
Linux command lineRubyPythonBashScriptingAutomationNetworking conceptsVirtualizationProblem solvingCollaborationPenetration testingAdversarial emulationNIST 800-53 security controlsKali LinuxWiresharkTripwireBurp SuiteMetasploitCyber threat analysisSystem hardeningVulnerability assessment toolsTechnical documentation
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Financial benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid leave
- Professional development
- Tuition assistance
- Work-life programs
- Dependent care
- Recognition awards program
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