Data Engineer
The Opportunity:
A well‑architected, fully secured data ecosystem is essential for enabling the Department of War (DoW) to execute its mission with precision, speed, and resilience. As a Database Engineer specializing in Zero Trust, you serve as a critical technical leader ensuring that enterprise and mission‑critical data systems remain secure, scalable, and aligned with evolving operational demands.
In this role, you apply deep expertise in database architecture, data security, access control, and automation to design, implement, and maintain trusted data environments across complex, multi‑domain infrastructures. You collaborate closely with subject matter experts, mission owners, cybersecurity teams, and platform engineers to translate strategic objectives into robust, Zero Trust‑aligned data solutions that protect sensitive information at every layer.
As a Zero Trust Database Engineer, you play a pivotal role in the design, integration, and operationalization of secure data architectures that enable mission systems to operate with confidence even under contested or degraded conditions. Your work strengthens the DoW’s ability to defend, detect, and respond across the full spectrum of operations while advancing the department’s long‑term modernization strategy.
This position places you at the intersection of data engineering, cybersecurity, and mission readiness, offering the opportunity to shape the future of secure data operations while continuously expanding your technical mastery.
Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
5+ years of experience in database engineering with a primary focus on security rather than just performance
Experience with integrating databases with enterprise Identity Providers (IdP) and managing complex RBAC and ABAC models
Experience with the DoD Zero Trust Strategy
Experience with TLS 1.3, PKI, HSMs, and transparent data encryption
Ability to map technical controls to the Data and Visibility pillars
TS/SCI clearance
HS diploma or GED
Nice If You Have:
Experience with system design, including scalability and reliability
Experience with database encryption, including field-level encryption
Experience with securing managed database services such as RDS, Aurora, and Azure SQL using cloud-native security tools
Experience with HashiCorp Vault, Beyond Trust, or AWS Secrets Manager
Experience with embedding database security checks directly into CI/CD pipelines
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
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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 $77,500.00 to $176,000.00 (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.
