--- title: Software Security Engineer at Booz Allen Hamilton description: Booz Allen Hamilton is hiring for the Software Security Engineer role in Rome, NY. Full-time, hybrid role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/software-security-engineer-at-booz-allen-hamilton-01a16b3c-4d8d-7cc8-a73c-dc42614c5fe7 date: 2026-10-24T00:18:25Z og_description: Join Booz Allen Hamilton as Software Security Engineer in Rome, NY. Pays $69.3K–$158K per year. Full-time, hybrid role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/u1053e.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Booz Allen Hamilton](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/booz-allen-hamilton?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Rome, NY (Hybrid) | | **Salary** | $69.3K/yr - $158K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 22, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Booz Allen Hamilton sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 12 H-1B petitions (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Booz Allen Hamilton. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $117,000 – $132,000 a year (median $126,000). ## Description Software Security Engineer **The Opportunity:** As a Software Security Engineer, you know how critical it is to stay ahead of evolving threats by identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities before adversaries can. At Booz Allen, you'll strengthen your knowledge on a mission-focused team where you'll use your growing understanding of security practices throughout the software development lifecycle to enhance and maintain the security posture of software. You’ll apply specific functional knowledge and working or general industry knowledge. You’ll develop or contribute to solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. In this role, you’ll support clients by working with a collaborative team to assess and analyze software for vulnerabilities to determine if the risk is acceptable for use in the DoD arena. You’ll utilize knowledge of the software lifecycle and secure software development practices to ensure security is built-in to software applications. You’ll work closely with developers and information assurance engineers to ensure adequate verification and validation. You will examine software applications from an adversarial perspective to qualify risks, work under general supervision, and plan, conduct, and deliver assignments. This is your opportunity to help advance national security through cutting-edge cyber capabilities. Join us. The world can't wait. **You Have:** - Experience with Java, JavaScript, C, C++, or Python - Experience with Information Assurance or cybersecurity requirements - Knowledge of NIST, RMF, or DoD requirements - Knowledge of software development or programming - Ability to manage competing priorities - Secret clearance - HS diploma or GED - DoD 8140 Compliant Intermediate or DoD 8570 Compliant IAT level II Certification such as Security+ or CISSP Certification **Nice If You Have:** - Experience working through the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) - Experience with VMware and virtual test environments, and Linux and Windows operating systems - Experience with Static Code Analysis tools, including Fortify or OpenText - Experience with vulnerabilities and source code bugs - Knowledge of industry best practice methodologies in software security, and reporting on testing results and appropriate countermeasures - Knowledge of Static Code Analysis and performing code reviews, with and without a static code analyzer, for security vulnerabilities and applying industry best practices - Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate a passion for learning - Possession of excellent writing and communication skills, and analytical and technical problem-solving skills - Top Secret clearance - Bachelor's degree in CS, Information Science, or a related field **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 $69,300.00 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. 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 or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role. - **Onsite**: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a 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. ## Skills - Cyber Security - DoD 8570 Certification - C - Fortify - Application Security - Perspective (Graphical) - Investigation - DoD IAT Level II Certification - Problem Solving - Python - DoD 8140 (Cyberspace Workforce) - Secret Security Clearance - Static Code Analysis - Certified Information Systems Security Professional - Software Development - Software Development Life Cycle - VMware - Vulnerability Assessments - C++ - Information Assurance - JavaScript - Top Secret Security Clearance - Linux - Verification And Validation - Communication - Writing - Java - CompTIA Security+ ## Benefits - Financial Aid/Assistance - Professional Development - Health Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance ## Related - [More jobs at Booz Allen Hamilton](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/booz-allen-hamilton?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Technology & Software jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Cybersecurity jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/cybersecurity?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Security Engineer jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/cybersecurity/security-engineer?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [New York](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/new-york?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 162163 jobs - [Defense and Space](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/aerospace-and-defense/defense-and-space?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 65339 jobs - [Booz Allen Hamilton](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/booz-allen-hamilton?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2902 jobs ## Related pages - [New York](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/new-york?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 162163 jobs - [Defense and Space](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/aerospace-and-defense/defense-and-space?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 65339 jobs - [Booz Allen Hamilton](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/booz-allen-hamilton?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2902 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)