Cybersecurity Program Manager

Company: Booz Allen Hamilton
Location: Herndon
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Cybersecurity Program Manager The Opportunity: Join a dynamic, mission-focused team supporting a large cybersecurity program to defend our nation against advanced threats and adversaries. Leverage your technical and operational understanding of cybersecurity to lead a team in creating and applying solutions aligned to a national security- related customer's mission. Apply leadership, collaborate, communicate, and drive overall cross-functional team delivery. Use your cybersecurity expertise to secure enterprise systems, improve processes, increase automation, and advance implementation of new technologies. Work with peers and leaders to innovate, mentor, and grow the business. You Have: 10 years of experience applying cybersecurity principles and practices 5 years of experience managing cybersecurity contracts for the Intelligence Community (IC) 5 years of experience leading cybersecurity teams of 20 people Experience with risk management framework implementation, compliance, and processes within the IC Ability to work with and influence senior leaders and executives to foster positive client relationships TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph HS diploma or GED Project Management Professional Certification Nice If You Have: 5 years of experience implementing or operating enterprise security tools and solutions such as Endpoint Protection, Security Incident and Event Management ( SIEM ) , Governance, Risk, and Compliance ( GRC ) , Data Loss Prevention ( DLP ) , and Cloud Security in the IC Experience in systems engineering or architecture for enterprise cybersecurity systems and solutions Experience with assessment and authorization processes Experience with Jira and SharePoint Possession of excellent communication and executive skills Bachelor's degree Information Security Certification such as CISM, CISA, CISSP, or CompTIA Security Certification 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 with polygraph 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 $142,900.00 to $266,000.00 (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.

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