University - Cybersecurity Test Engineer

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 Air Force clients. Work with systems that are assessed based on the NIST 800-53 Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Raise the Bar (RTB) security control requirements with a focus on the filtering capabilities and low-level data flows within the architecture of the system, including Mandatory Access Controls (MAC) and Discretionary Access Controls (DAC). Build capabilities by learning from the expertise of others within a skilled team.

You Have:
- Experience in cybersecurity, including in an academic environment
- Knowledge of networking concepts, including the OSI model
- Knowledge of virtualization
- Knowledge of Linux distributions, including basic administration and configuration
- Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
- Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor’s degree by Summer 2028

Nice If You Have:
- Experience with programming in C, C++, Bash, Python, or Java




- Experience with penetration testing or adversarial emulation
- Knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools, including Kali Linux, Wireshark, Tripwire, Burp Suite, and Metasploit
- Knowledge of current cyber threats and how to appropriately harden a system to prevent them
- Secret clearance

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

📌 University - Cybersecurity Test Engineer (Roma)
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