Senior Cybersecurity Engineer - Washington, D.C. - job 1 of 2

Position Description

If you seek a rewarding, high profile and challenging position supporting projects for the US Navy, then Serco has a wonderful opportunity for you!  

As the Senior Cybersecurity Engineer, you will be on a dynamic team providing technical and programmatic support to the the Technical Directorate of the VIRGINIA Class Submarine Program (PMS450) and the U.S. Navy’s Team Submarine Program Offices at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC!  Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our military defense and safety of our sailors and contribute and influence the Navy's future, premier nuclear submarines.

PMS450 is the acquisition program office for the New Construction of Attack Submarines and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E), Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E), and Fleet introduction of the U.S. Navy’s newest class of nuclear attack submarines. PMS450  is responsible for developing and deploying a more affordable, nuclear-powered attack submarine with multi-mission capability and enhanced capabilities for performance in littoral areas. VIRGINIA Class submarines support five of the six Navy core maritime capabilities: Deterrence, Maritime Security, Sea Control, Forward Presence, and Power Projection

In this role, you will:

• Perform activities required within the DoD Instruction 8510.01 DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) (formerly the DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP)) to obtain Authorization to Operate (ATO) with Conditions or ATO prior to fielding of all TEAM SUB Enterprise Business Mission Area (BMA), DoD Portion of Intelligence Mission Area (DIMA), Enterprise Information Environment Mission Area (EIEMA), and Warfighting Mission Area (WMA) ashore and afloat systems. Develop RMF accreditation packages using current DoD Instruction 8510.01 accreditation methods, to include the System Authorization Boundary, Hardware/Software/Firmware list, Dataflow Diagram, Security Plan, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), System Categorization, Enterprise Reporting RMF Scorecard, System Level Continuous Monitoring (SLCM) Strategy, Risk Assessment Report (RAR), Security Assessment Plan (SAP), and Security Assessment Report (SAR).
• Identify security controls to be implemented, work with system owners to implement and test controls, prepare required artifacts, and complete actions required in the RMF in the timeframe in which they are required.
• Provide subject matter expertise regarding the development of RMF packages and the RMF process for a portfolio of approximately 200 systems. In this capacity, serve as a resource in both package development and in navigating the RMF process for the Team SUB enterprise.
• Serve as Navy Risk Management Framework (RMF) Validator or as Navy Qualified Validators (NQVs) as defined by the NAVWAR Qualification Standard, Responsibilities, and registration Process for Navy Qualified Validators (NQV) of 4 March 2016 and SECNAVINST 5239.20A, Navy Information Assurance (IA) Program.
• Independently validate cybersecurity artifacts developed by TEAM SUB Enterprise system owners (approximately 200 systems) as part of the Risk Management Framework Accreditation and Authorization process that are uploaded to DoN Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
• Organize and assist with the updating and coordination of records in the TEAM SUB Enterprise Cybersecurity portfolio of all Business Mission Area (BMA), DoD Portion of Intelligence Mission Area (DIMA), Enterprise Information Environment Mission Area (EIEMA), and Warfighting Mission Area (WMA) ashore and afloat systems.
• Validate that all DON-specified cybersecurity- specific information systems, including Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS), Procurement Business Intelligence Service (PBIS), DoD IT Portfolio Repository (DITPR)-DON, Vulnerability Remediation Asset Manager (VRAM), the DON Application and Database Management System (DADMS), and the Enterprise Reporting Service (ERS) Cybersecurity Scorecard on Secret Internet Protocol Router (SIPR) network, are continuously accurate and reflect the cybersecurity posture of TEAM SUB and its assigned field activities, including NUWC and SUBMEPP and provide status to TEAM SUB staff.
• Respond to data calls from DoD, DON, and NAVSEA organizations.
• Review all system DITPR-DON and DADMS records assigned to the TEAM SUB Enterprise to validate that these systems are current and compliant with Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) applicable cybersecurity regulations, as evidenced by the FISMA Scorecard remaining in the compliant (Green) status for a combined portfolio of approximately 200 systems.
• Participate in the TEAM SUB Enterprise/DON’s annual cybersecurity review of all TEAM SUB BMA, DIMA, EIEMA, and WMA Systems. This participation shall include liaison with DON and NETWARCOM personnel to review methodology, validate that TEAM SUB systems are compliant, accurate, and ready for inspection, coordinate reviews, and coach cognizant programmatic and technical personnel to help TEAM SUB personnel ensure that applicable DoD regulations identified by DoDI 8500.01 and DoDI 5000.02 are followed, and that TEAM SUB systems (approximately 200 systems) meet FISMA reporting and privacy requirements.
• Assist in the investigation of inadvertent electronic spillages of classified information, and draft and submit reports to the ASM concerning the spillage and the impact.
• Assist with the coordination of investigations with NAVSEA, Naval Criminal Investigative Service, Defense Security Service, and other authorities.
• Initiate and coordinate remediation actions, and track to closure.
• Educate personnel via Training, Team Talks, e-mail reminders, or through the use of online training to prevent future spillages and recommend policy or procedural changes when needed.
• Provide direct expertise and assistance to ensure that cybersecurity is fully integrated into the system lifecycles of all TEAM SUB acquisition and life-cycle maintenance platform programs in accordance with DoDI 8500.01 and DoDI 5000.02.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• An active or current DoD Secret clearance.
• US Citizenship.
• Bachelor's of Science Degree in computer science, management information systems, or related fields.
  • An Associate's Degree and 2 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree or a High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree.
  • Work experience may be adjusted for highly specialized knowledge/education or uniquely applicable experience for positions involving new technology or labor market shortages as reflected by market survey data.
• 8 years of experience with RDT&E and Business IT systems and the phases of Certification and Accreditation (C&A) process or similar/related experience.
• Submarine engineering experience or similar/related experience.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team consisting of systems engineers, electrical and electronics engineers, acquisition professionals, and logistics and sustainment professionals to achieve program outcomes.
• Qualification as a Navy Qualified Validator (NQV) or Information Security System Manager (ISSM) as defined by DoD Instruction 8510.01 - Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DoD Information Technology (IT).
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively.
• Ability to facilitate and coordinate efforts with key government and non-government stakeholders.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong quantitative, analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
• Ability to work well within a time sensitive environment.
• Ability to learn and grow individually, while mentoring junior team members effectively, building team cohesion and capacity
• Ability to be flexible both in relation to job-specification and schedules.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Demonstrate the ability to interact with senior management on complex technical issues
• Ability to work both in a team environment and independently, and often under short, multiple deadlines.
• Ability to be a team player, work well with others and contribute positively to work/team environment while continually seeking ways to enhance contribution to the team.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time and some travel outside the DC area may be required.

Additional desired experience and skills:

• 10 years of experience in an Information Assurance (IA) or C&A related field. Familiarity with and understanding of Navy IT sites, systems, and infrastructure. Experience working with Navy C&A efforts as a Navy Validator. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills to work closely with all levels of personnel involved in IT operations and technical aspects of systems.
• Experience working in DoD or DoN environments is preferred.
• Experience supporting a submarine acquisition program.
• Applicant should be highly motivated and well organized with strong project management skills, and should be capable of working independently and in a team environment.
• Active NNPI account and CAC
• 5 years of experience with Navy acquisition and Submarine Programs.
• Experience leading a project and interfacing with an end item customer.
• Knowledge of Program Management, including the acquisition process, the budgeting process and Navy program execution.
• Active-Duty Experience in the submarine service.
• Recent experience in Team Submarine.
• Knowledge of naval ships/submarines, ship systems, or subsystems.

Take this opportunity to join a high-performing team, advance your career, and make a real difference supporting America’s Navy. Join the Serco team today!

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In compliance with the District of Columbia’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is $119,574.56 to $199,290.94; however, Serco considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

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.

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