Security Engineer

Position Description

If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the Navy - Serco has a great opportunity for you!  This Information System Security Specialist position will be on a dynamic team responsible for engineering support, acquisition management and life cycle support of surface naval platforms for our customer in Tidewater, Virgina area.  Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our national security.

This position is contingent upon your ability to maintain your Secret level clearance. This position is also contingent upon an award of contract.

Serco supports the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) including support for the design, acquisition, testing and sustainment of naval vessels.   You will be part of a team that works closely with the customer to deliver management, engineering, acquisition, and logistics support required to conduct RDT&E trials, system installations and maintenance, and sustainment in support of Navy vessels.  Serco has been supporting the Naval Sea Systems Command for over 50 years and has been recognized by the Navy for their outstanding contributions.

In this role, you will:

• Support the Program and Project Manager in the planning, direction and success of major projects, systems development efforts, and research or technology initiatives which have great significance to NAVSEA. Programs are typically large, multi-year efforts divided into several sub-programs/tasks.
• Be responsible for supporting all aspects of a Program Information Assurance (IA) processes tailored to include minimum qualification standards, fundamental awareness and familiarity to demonstrated competency with specific experience in Cyber Security, Engineering, Test & Evaluation, (T&E) and/or Security Control Assessor (SCA) under a Certification & Accreditation (C&A) and/or Assessment & Authorization (A&A) process.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process and/or include prior experience with the Defense Information Assurance & Certification Accreditation Process (DIACAP).
• Have familiarity with security policies & guidance documents to assist with the preparation and maintenance of process artifacts, traceability documents purposed for compliance with Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements.
• Evaluate security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing up to classified information, and supervise and/or maintain the operational security posture for an information system or program.
• Collect technical data from appropriate documentation (e.g., technical manuals and internal and external reports), automated files, and other staff.
• Determine and interpret equipment characteristics data, performs necessary analysis, and transcribes to required formats.
• Assist staff in moderately technical aspects of project work.
• Acquire a working knowledge of customer databases and of the types of information stored in each file.
• Assist in the training of less experienced staff.
• Assist in the preparation of appropriate technical documentation.
• As required, verbally present information at project review sessions and in informal interface with customers.
• Comply with security procedures in the performance of duties.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Bachelors’ Degree in a relevant field and a 2 – 4 years of practical experience in a Cybersecurity, Engineering, T&E or A&A (formerly C&A) related field. (High school diploma or HS equivalency certificate is acceptable with additional years of experience within prior military experience).
• Worked with Information Assurance tools such as DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS), Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)
• An active Secret level is required to be considered
• CompTIA Security CE Certification is required
• Experience in the operation, management and sustainment of maritime vessels.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Proficiency in technical writing.
• Proficiency with MS-Office software to include MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, and MS Power Point.
• Travel up to 10% may be required.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and sailors and a passionate Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration.  It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

**Serco Inc. is using this posting for the purpose of responding to a proposal. We are seeking qualified candidates in the event of a contract award. This position is not currently funded/active.  Should Serco be awarded the contract, and you meet the qualifications of the position, you will be considered in the selection process.**

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Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000 employees strive to make an impact every day across 100 sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com.

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.