Job description

Cyber Security Program Manager The Opportunity: As the Cyber Security Program Manager, you will lead enterprise-wide security initiatives, overseeing the development and execution of SOC strategies, governance frameworks, and operational processes. This role drives continuous improvement, measures performance, and partners with cross-functional teams to enhance the organization’s security posture and ensure seamless integration of security operations. What You'll Work On: • Lead the development and execution of a robust Security Operations Center (SOC) strategy and implementation roadmap, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and industry best practices. • Design, establish, and sustain an Enterprise SOC (ESOC) governance framework to support effective oversight and risk management. • Direct ESOC operations, driving continuous improvement and ensuring operational activities are integrated with organizational security goals. • Implement and oversee ESOC performance measurement systems, tracking key metrics to inform decision-making and optimize outcomes. • Conduct ongoing evaluations and effectiveness reviews of ESOC processes, leveraging insights to enhance security posture and operational maturity. • Partner with cross-functional security teams to facilitate seamless integration of ESOC initiatives, promoting unified threat response and information sharing. Join us. The world can't wait. You Have: • Experience leading teams, managing projects, and program management • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, risk management, and project management • Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners • Ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives that enhance SOC operations • Ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences • TS/SCI clearance • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or Cybersecurity and 12+ years of experience with supervision responsibilities for multiple Enterprise Security Operations Center teams, monitoring multiple unclassified and classified networks spanning multiple geographically dispersed locations or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or Computer Science and 10+ years of experience with supervision responsibilities for multiple Enterprise Security Operations Center teams, monitoring multiple unclassified and classified networks spanning multiple geographically dispersed locations • CISSP, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Nice If You Have: • Possession of strong communication skills • Possession of strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address security incidents, vulnerabilities, and program challenges Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI 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 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. 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 or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role. • Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a 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.

Requirements

Must-haves

Lead the development and execution of a robust Security Operations Center (SOC) strategy and implementation roadmap, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and industry best practices.
Design, establish, and sustain an Enterprise SOC (ESOC) governance framework to support effective oversight and risk management.
Direct ESOC operations, driving continuous improvement and ensuring operational activities are integrated with organizational security goals.
Implement and oversee ESOC performance measurement systems, tracking key metrics to inform decision-making and optimize outcomes.
Conduct ongoing evaluations and effectiveness reviews of ESOC processes, leveraging insights to enhance security posture and operational maturity.
Partner with cross-functional security teams to facilitate seamless integration of ESOC initiatives, promoting unified threat response and information sharing.
Join us. The world can't wait.
Experience leading teams, managing projects, and program management
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, risk management, and project management
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners
Ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives that enhance SOC operations
Ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
TS/SCI clearance
CISSP, Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Possession of strong communication skills
Possession of strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address security incidents, vulnerabilities, and program challenges
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Nice-to-haves

None flagged.

Application prep

Use the role’s language and application details while tailoring your materials.

Keywords to mirror

Platform: booz-allen
Effort: medium

Benefits

Benefits detected in the listing.

Vision

Professional Development