Mobile Application Security Engineer

The Opportunity:

Are you looking to build your problem-solving prowess in a rapidly evolving systems security research and engineering environment? You’re eager to learn how embedded application developers, reverse engineers, and vulnerability analysts all play key roles in the capability development life cycle. As a Mobile Application Security Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to use skills in mobile operating system security, mobile application pen testing, and networking protocols to support our government clients. We’re looking for someone like you to have a direct impact on the nation’s security.

On our team, you’ll be involved in the full life cycle of mobile application security and solution design. Working on an agile team of experts, you’ll perform reverse engineering and vulnerability analysis of various software problems. You’ll inform operational parameters for complex systems and leverage automation and machine learning to influence the delivery of your work. You’ll determine what the art of the possible is, and what can be done, and then you’ll bring it to life for your clients. Are you ready to help us combat the most advanced adversaries?

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 2+ years of experience with iOS and Android mobile device operating systems

• Knowledge of static and dynamic mobile app security analysis concepts

• Knowledge of protocol and network analysis using mitmproxy and Wireshark

• Knowledge of common mobile application vulnerabilities and mobile threats

• Secret clearance

• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience developing iOS and Android mobile applications

• Experience with reverse engineering tools and frameworks, such as Frida, APKtool, Jadx, MobSF, NowSecure, or Quokka

• Knowledge of common mobile application authentication and encryption methods, including OAuth and PKI

• Knowledge of the OWASP Mobile Application Security Verification Standard (MASVS) and Mobile Application Security Testing Guide (MASTG)

• Knowledge of OWASP Mobile Top 10 and the Mobile Security Testing Guide (MSTG)

• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), SANS Mobile Device Security, or Ethical Hacking certification

Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; 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 $69,400.00 to $158,000.00 (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.