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Information Security Risk Specialist

Booz Allen Hamilton
CybersecurityTS/SCIOn-siteFull-timeArlington, VA$99,000 to $225,000

Booz Allen Hamilton is hiring for the role of Information Security Risk Specialist, Arlington, VA (On-site). This is a Cybersecurity role in the governance, risk, and compliance field, with a posted range of $99,000 to $225,000. Review the full details below and apply directly with Booz Allen Hamilton.

Organization: Booz Allen HamiltonLocation: Arlington, VAWorkplace: On-siteFocus: CybersecuritySalary: $99,000 to $225,000Posted: Jul 30, 2026
Booz Allen Hamilton is hiring for this Cybersecurity role in Arlington, one of the metros GRC Careers tracks for governance, risk, and compliance hiring. See other GRC roles in Arlington →

Information Security Risk Specialist The Opportunity: Conduct security assessments on DoD cloud environments using the Risk Management Framework ( RMF ) . Provide guidance on policies and procedures to ensure compliance within an accreditation boundary. Implement security strategies to control and manage organizational information risks. Assess information systems to determine risk exposure and develop documentation addressing system security requirements. Enhance information security education within the organization and team. Monitor the latest security technologies to ensure that project personnel remain in the know. You Have: 5+ years of experience in a cybersecurity role 3+ years of experience with the DoD RMF accreditation processes Experience with RMF, STIGs, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-37, AWS, Xacta, or eMASS Experience implementing and maintaining security controls Ability to work through challenging security requirements and maintain compliance Ability to develop technical documentation to support accreditation efforts TS/SCI clearance HS diploma or GED DoD 8140 IAM Level 1 Certification Nice If You Have: Experience implementing and maintaining security controls in a cloud-based environment Experience as an ISSM Bachelor’s degree 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, 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.

Location and market context

This role is based in Arlington on-site. Local candidates benefit from being close to Booz Allen Hamilton's teams and regional hiring market. Confirm the exact in-office expectation and any relocation support with the employer.

About cybersecurity governance roles

Cybersecurity governance connects security control frameworks to business and regulatory risk, covering policy, risk assessment, and control assurance rather than hands-on operations. Roles like this one are typically evaluated against frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2, and security risk and control-assurance practices.

How to position yourself for this cybersecurity governance role

Strong candidates emphasize security control frameworks, risk assessment, policy and standards, and translating technical security posture into governance and board-level reporting. In your resume and outreach, tie your experience to how Booz Allen Hamilton would apply NIST CSF, ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2, and security risk and control-assurance practices, and lead with concrete outcomes rather than duties.

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