Cyber Security Systems Engineer/Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

Position Overview

Serco is looking for a dedicated Cyber Security Systems Engineer/Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to join our Distributed Mission Operations Center Infrastructure Development and Engineering (DMOC-IDE) team. This critical role involves securing systems that support simulation software, network infrastructure, and Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) Distributed Mission Operations (DMO). You will play a vital part in implementing cybersecurity policies, conducting risk assessments, and supporting system certification and accreditation efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct essential systems engineering elements to fulfill program requirements.
• Assist in designing and developing system security architectures using tools such as Ansible, Splunk, and ACAS.
• Define necessary capabilities and performance requirements.
• Conduct detailed trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition studies to transform customer requirements into hardware and software security specifications.
• Understand and protect system interfaces effectively.
• Ensure product requirements are integrated into overall systems solutions while considering technical, timeline, and cost constraints.
• Modify existing products to cater to unique customer needs and contribute to system security functions.
• Support technical deliverables from the engineering team, participating in design reviews and integration and testing as needed.
• Present tailored solutions to clients and senior management based on the audience.
• Manage and maintain key security software such as Splunk, ACAS, and Nessus.
• Assist the ISSM in preparing assessments and maintaining ATO to meet JSIG requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline along with 5 years of relevant experience in information security pertaining to DoD systems.
• Active DoD Secret Security clearance is required.
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to start.
• Experience in assessing systems and networks to identify deviations from acceptable configurations as defined in NIST SP 800-53 r5 for system accreditation under RMF.
• Proven experience in conducting thorough assessments of management, operational, and technical security controls in DoD IT systems.
• Capability to develop and maintain Cybersecurity artifacts for ongoing system accreditation.
• Experience in conducting comprehensive technology research to identify potential vulnerabilities and suggest risk mitigation strategies.
• Knowledge of System Engineering related to DoD Platforms, Sensors, and Sub-systems.
• Familiarity with requirement development, derivation, validation, and verification.
• Minimum Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II certification.

Desired Skills

• Experience with hardware design and testing verification.
• Background in cross-domain environments.
• Experience working with governmental agencies.
• Pursued technical leadership roles.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with experience in making technical presentations to various stakeholders.
• IAT Level III certification is a plus.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within the continental United States (at least 10%).

Company Overview

Serco Inc. is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco employs over 9,000 professionals across more than 100 sites in Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. Our team is dedicated to delivering critical services more efficiently and enhancing customer satisfaction across all sectors.

If you are interested in making a significant impact in the realm of cybersecurity, we invite you to explore a career with us.