Cybersecurity Network Engineer
Bah· Defense· Aug 17, 2026 · 2mo agoPosted 71 days ago
Colorado Springs, CO
In office
Full-time
Principal
$87K–$198K
10+ years exp
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Job description
Cybersecurity Network Engineer The Opportunity:
As a Cybersecurity Network Engineer on our team, you’ll work with Booz Allen colleagues and government customers to develop and rapidly deploy the next generation of space sensing capabilities to deter attacks and provide critical information to our warfighters to defeat our enemies in battle. Your customer will t rus t you to not only test, analyze, evaluate, validate, and verify these systems, but also identify areas requiring urgent mitigation upfront and early to develop this system with advanced technology solutions. You’ll lead the sustainment, optimization, security, and lifecycle management of complex, mission-critical networks supporting government mission systems. You’ll serve as the primary technical authority for ensuring high availability, secure data transport, and resilient communication paths across the sustainment portfolio.
You will oversee, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot complex Information Technology ( IT ) or Operational Technology ( OT ) network infrastructures supporting mission systems to ensure maximum uptime and stability of mission-critical operations. You’ll lead the engineering analysis, testing, troubleshooting, and deployment of complex network configurations for sustainment activities. You’ll serve as the senior network authority to drive network sustainment, optimization, and remediation efforts into the maintenance and acquisition lifecycles. You’ll partner with government engineering and program management teams to ensure large-scale network sustainment efforts. You’ll also ensure vital network security requirements are accurately prioritized and captured in government funding requests.
Grow your skills by merging innovative engineering met hodologies and cross-disciplinary coordination to create tomorrow’s solutions. Join our team and create the future of space sensing in the Air Force.
Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
10 years of experience as a cybersecurity or network engineer supporting Major Defense Acquisition Programs, including space, ground, or hardware systems
Experience providing input to the Risk Management Framework process and documentation
Experience executing architecture-focused Cyber Risk Assessments or performing technical analysis of cybersecurity architectures
Experience developing threat scenarios to support Cyber Tabletop ( CTT ) exercises
Experience with network engineering solutions and technologies such as routers, firewalls, switches, next generation firewalls, sof tware defined networking, and virtual networks
Knowledge of cybersecurity, computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security met hodologies
Ability to brief senior leaders and translate technical requirements to non-technical audiences
Top Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree
DoD 8140 Intermediate Certification such as Security , GCIH, GICSP, or SSCP Certification
Nice If You Have:
Experience with space-based remote sensing systems or ground satellite operations center s
Experience developing system security Concept of Operations ( CONOPS ) and defining baseline system security requirements
Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills
TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, IT, Information Assurance, Information Security, or a related technical field preferred ; Master’s degree in Engineering, IT, Information Assurance, Information Security, or a related technical field a plus
DoD 8140 Advanced Certification such as CISSP-ISSEP, CISSP-ISSAP, GDSA, CCNA, CCNP, CCSP, or G CIA Certification
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; Top 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 $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (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
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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.
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