Cybersecurity Engineer - Washington, D.C.
About the Role
Serco is seeking a motivated Cybersecurity Engineer to support the U.S. Navy’s Team Submarine Program Offices at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC. This role involves providing engineering and programmatic support to ensure compliance with Navy Cyber Security requirements and assisting in the development of standard operating procedures and policies. The successful candidate will work on a dynamic team, contributing to the safety and defense of our military.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development of standard operating procedures and policies for implementing Navy Cyber Security Requirements.
- Interface with the Team Sub Activity Chief Information Officer (ACIO) to ensure compliance with Team Sub and NAVSEA Cyber Security requirements.
- Maintain familiarity with all Cyber Security requirements and procedures from higher levels (DoN, NAVSEA, SEA05Q, etc.), relay information to the program office, and assist with application.
- Perform activities within the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) to obtain Authorization to Operate (ATO) for all TEAM SUB systems.
- Develop RMF accreditation packages, including System Authorization Boundary, Hardware/Software/Firmware list, Dataflow Diagram, Security Plan, POA&M, System Categorization, SLCM Strategy, RAR, SAP, and SAR.
- Identify, implement, and test security controls, prepare required artifacts, and complete RMF actions within required timeframes.
- Organize and update records in the TEAM SUB Enterprise Cybersecurity portfolio for all mission areas.
- Validate cybersecurity information in systems like eMASS, PBIS, DITPR-DON, VRAM, DADMS, and ERS Cybersecurity Scorecard, ensuring accuracy and reflecting the cybersecurity posture of TEAM SUB.
- Assist in investigating electronic spillages of classified information, drafting reports, and coordinating with authorities like NAVSEA, NCIS, and DSS.
- Initiate and coordinate remediation actions and track them to closure.
- Ensure cybersecurity integration into the system lifecycles of all TEAM SUB acquisition and life-cycle maintenance platform programs.
Requirements
- Must be able to obtain a U.S. Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, management information systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 2 years of experience with Business IT systems.
- ComTIA Security+ is a plus.
- Strong oral and written communication skills to work with all levels of IT personnel.
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications and word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs.
- Ability to travel 10%.
Qualifications
- Two or more years of experience in Information Assurance (IA) or C&A-related fields.
- Familiarity with Navy IT sites, systems, and infrastructure.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted.
- 401(k) plan with employer matching funds.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- Optional coverages including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection.
- Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
- Employee Assistance Plan.
Pay
The salary range for this position is provided at the top of this posting. Actual base salary will be determined by factors including the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education, key skills, and geographic market considerations.
Schedule
Full-time position with flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract.