Why This Role Stands Out
As a Cyber Systems Engineer on the Combat Air Force Distributed Mission Operations program, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the U.S. Air Force's training capabilities against advanced threats, offering significant opportunities for professional growth and impact. This hybrid role is ideal for a mid-senior level professional with a security clearance who thrives on designing and implementing innovative, AI-driven security solutions and collaborating with diverse technical teams to ensure system compliance and robust cybersecurity. Embrace this chance to contribute to cutting-edge virtual training environments and advance your career in a reputable organization.
Quick Overview
Job Description
Position Description & Qualifications Serco seeks a Cyber Systems Engineer for its Combat Air Force Distributed Mission Operations (CAF DMO) 3.0 program in Orlando, FL. The CAF DMO 3.0 program, via its Distributed Mission Operations Network (DMON), provides world-class integration training in large force and small team formats to combat units around the globe against cutting-edge threats in a boundless virtual battlespace. The U.S. Air Force can only utilize its full capability against modern threats in a virtual environment. Be a part of that environment and continue to make the USAF the best air force in the world. In this role, you will:
- Engaging security stakeholders-including the Security Controls Assessor (SCA), Program Security Officer (PSO), and Compliance & Vulnerability Assessment (CVA) teams-to review security architectures, plans, risks, and mitigation strategies.
- Designing, developing, and maintaining Ansible playbooks, agentic Artificial Intelligence (AI) workloads, and related automation to deploy and enforce security configurations across enterprise systems and perform cybersecurity tasks (e.g., security tests, continuous monitoring activities, etc.).
- Conducting system security assessments to validate compliance with applicable security controls, requirements, and organizational policies.
- Performing compliance scans and analyses to ensure system configurations align with DoD Information Systems (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and other applicable security best practices.
- Executing functional testing of deployed security services and controls to confirm operational effectiveness and alignment with design intent.
- Working closely with various technical teams and stakeholders to integrate new security technologies, troubleshoot issues, remediate vulnerabilities, and improve security postures.
- Design and architect AI-enabled security systems for use in operational environments.
- Work independently on advanced systems/software analysis projects.
- Recommend future direction or projects to management.
- Provide expertise and direction in the development or modification of complex software programs to enhance an operating system. To be successful in this role, you will have:
- An active DoD Secret Clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI and SAP/SAR.
- Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Computer Science, Modeling & Simulation, Physics, Math, Systems Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering), with 8 years of experience.
- OR a Master's degree with 6 years of experience.
- OR a PhD with 4 years of experience.
- Experience implementing NIST 800-37 Risk Management Framework (RMF).
- Experience implementing NIST 800-53 Security Controls.
- Familiarity with DISA STIGs and security best practices.
- Experience developing and implementing Ansible playbooks within Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform (AAP) or similar automation frameworks.
- Experience conducting or supporting security assessments.
- Experience performing cybersecurity compliance and vulnerability scans.
- Experience with scripting languages such as (Bash, Python, PowerShell etc.).
- Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems (e.g., breaking down problems, collaborating about problems and solutions, designing solutions, etc.).
- The ability to travel up to 10%.
- Ability to document concepts, approaches, and rationale in an understandable manner (especially as part of problem solving).
- Must possess, or obtain within six months, a DoD 8140 IAT Level II or higher (i.e. Security+, CySA+, CISSP). Additional desired experience and skills:
- Experience with implementing Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guidance (JSIG).
- Prior experience as an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE).
- Possess cloud certifications such as (AWS Security Architect, CCSP, or Azure).
- Experience in engineering security solutions using Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Possess an active DoD Top Secret security clearance.
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: 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 identity 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 . 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: .
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