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Sr. Experienced Cybersecurity Engineer - Charleston, SC

Available in 2 locations

Charleston, South Carolina, US, 29418

North Charleston, South Carolina, US, 29405

Charleston, South Carolina, US, 29418

Category: Information Security/Cyber

Job ID: 33515

widget: Full-Time

Must have clearance prior to start.

Top Secret

No - Teleworking not available for this position

$85032.41-$136000

Position Description & Qualifications

If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the U.S. Coast Guard - Serco has a great opportunity for you! As the ExperiencedCybersecurity Engineer in Charleston, SC, you will be on a dynamic team responsible for Command Control Communications Computers Cyber Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance (C5ISR) Afloat and Ashore based communications support, maintenance, and sustainment on various USCG platforms for our customer in the Charleston, South Carolina area. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our national security.

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

Serco supports the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic, including support for the Command Control Communications Computers Cyber Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance (C5ISR) Afloat and Ashore based communications support, maintenance, and sustainment on USCG platforms.

In this role, you will:

• Assist with planning, designing and developing the next generation of USCG platforms and their C5ISR systems.
• Ensure complete Cybersecurity and Information Assurance (IA) compliance by following the Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes to obtain and maintain accreditations.
• Develop IA POA&Ms regarding vulnerabilities and risks to align critical resources against program and budget timelines and develop strategies and tools to gain efficiencies in maintaining the systems security posture.
• Accountable for defining, tasking, and tracking priorities to deliver results in line with USCG strategic objectives.
• Provide technical input to assist NIWC Atlantic with providing diverse Cybersecurity and Information Assurance (IA) services that enforce, comply with, and support the DoD and IC cybersecurity and IA security directives, policies and procedures.
• Ensure security compliance with IA policies and procedures for USCG projects in accordance with all relevant government policies and procedures such as ICD 503 and ICD 705, DoDI 8500 IA controls and other relevant DoD and IC policies.
• Identify, analyze, prioritize, resolve, and monitor cybersecurity risks across multiple USCG projects, to include security technical assessment, insider threat assessment, security architecture development, vulnerability assessment, risk mitigation plans and security engineering.
• Develop IA POA&Ms to mitigate open risks and vulnerabilities to USCG systems. These POA&Ms will define milestones with specific deliverables to accomplish the necessary objectives.
• Develop metrics to assess cybersecurity posture as well as create reporting for IA metrics (to include the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) requirements).
• Assess current and upcoming IA workload and personnel requirements to ensure that staffing and finances are commiserating with the risks that the USCG faces and will face in the future.
• Develop strategies working with the USCG for future IA security posture and maintenance. Strategies such as USCGs current security posture, security and IT technology changes, maintenance of security for currently deployed systems and equipment.
• Develop RMF packages for USCG platforms, systems and equipment in accordance with relevant DoD policies.
• Develop, submit and track Interim Authority to Operate (IATO) and Authority to Operate (ATO) packages through the required government authorization channels.
• Develop, review, and/or approve security plans, policy development, or ATR directed physical upgrades for USCG projects and programs including USCGA (Unites States Coast Guard Academy) in accordance with all relevant government policies and procedures.
• Oversee/conduct IA compliance testing, system/platform security auditing and certify compliance of USCG systems (both deployed and developmental) with DoDi 8500 IA controls and other relevant policies and procedures.
• Distribute new DoD IA and cybersecurity requirements and recommendations to USCG stakeholders, both government and 3rd party contractor.
• Oversee/conduct IA and cybersecurity testing, remediation and mitigations of USCG projects and tasking.
• Lead cybersecurity risk meetings with appropriate personnel.
• Research, design, deploy, administer and maintain cybersecurity and IT systems within USCG enclaves and networks.
• Research, design, deploy, administer and maintain cross-domain cybersecurity and IT solutions within USCG enclaves and networks.
• Conduct cybersecurity incident response, tracking and resolution as well as operate, monitor and analysis currently deployed computer network defenses within the USCG enterprise environment.
• Facilitate inter-agency coordination and communication for the USCG with external government entities.
• Develop strategies and solutions for Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) procedures and utilization in accordance with all relevant government policies and procedures.
• Conduct IA training management in accordance with DoD 8570.1 as requested for both Government and 3rd party contractors.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering, or Mathematics with a concentration in computer science or equivalent with a minimum of 7 years of professional experience with cybersecurity engineering supporting DoD or DHS systems.
• Active/Current DoD Top Secret clearance is required to be considered.
• Information Assurance Management (IAM) certification or Information Assurance Technical (IAT) or Information Assurance System Architect and Engineer (IASAE) Level I certification.
• Demonstrated experience leading RMF efforts for operational systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Travel up to 10% may be requiried.

*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 or active. Should Serco be awarded the contract, and you meet the qualifications of the position, you will be considered in the selection process*

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://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer. 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.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities. Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us.

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: careers@serco-na.com.