Cybersecurity Systems Engineer / Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE)

About the Role

Serco is looking for a Cybersecurity Systems Engineer / Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to join our 705th CTS Distributed Mission Operations Center Infrastructure Development and Engineering (DMOC-IDE) team. This critical role is pivotal in securing systems that support simulation software, network infrastructure, and Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) Distributed Mission Operations (DMO). You will ensure effective cybersecurity policy implementation, conduct essential risk assessments, and support system certification and accreditation activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform key systems engineering elements to meet program requirements.
• Assist in designing and developing system security architectures using tools such as Ansible, Splunk, and ACAS.
• Define key capabilities and performance requirements.
• Conduct detailed trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition studies to help translate customer needs into security-specific hardware and software specifications.
• Develop an understanding of system interfaces and methods to secure them.
• Ensure product requirements integrate into comprehensive system solutions while considering technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Modify existing products to address unique customer needs and support the development of system security functions.
• Contribute to the technical outputs of the broader engineering team, participating in design reviews and integration and testing activities as necessary.
• Present tailored solutions to clients and senior management based on audience needs.
• Manage and maintain essential security software (e.g., Splunk, ACAS, Nessus, etc.).
• Assist the ISSM in preparation for assessments and maintaining Authorization to Operate (ATO) in compliance with JSIG requirements.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline, along with 5 years of experience in information security pertaining to DoD systems.
• An active DoD Secret Security clearance.
• The capability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to starting.
• Experience performing assessments of systems and networks within the environment or enclave to identify deviations from acceptable configurations as defined in NIST SP 800-53 r5 to support system accreditation under RMF.
• Experience conducting comprehensive assessments of operational, management, and technical security controls within DoD IT systems to determine their overall effectiveness.
• Experience developing and maintaining Cybersecurity artifacts to support ongoing system accreditation.
• Experience researching technology to identify potential vulnerabilities in cyberspace systems, providing risk mitigation recommendations.
• Knowledge of System Engineering practices for DoD-based Platforms, Sensors, and/or Sub-systems.
• Familiarity with requirements development, derivation, and validation or verification.
• Minimum Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II certification.

Preferred Additional Experience and Skills

• Experience with hardware design, verification, and testing.
• Background in cross-domain environments.
• Experience collaborating with Government agencies.
• Prior experience in technical leadership roles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly in making technical presentations to internal and external audiences.
• IAT Level III certification.
• Willingness to travel occasionally CONUS (at least 10%).

About Serco

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc, with more than 9,000 employees in North America making a positive impact across over 100 sites in Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We assist our clients in delivering essential services more efficiently while enhancing customer satisfaction. Our clients include all branches of the U.S. military, numerous federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, and commercial clients. We invite you to discover your place in our world, contributing to our mission where every effort counts.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and a work-life balance. Full-time employees enjoy medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous vacation and sick leave, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, and various optional benefits. To learn more about our offerings, please visit our careers page.

Equal Opportunity

At Serco, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Application Window

The application window for this position will remain open for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly as the position may close earlier if filled or if application volumes exceed expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco's official career site.