Security Engineer Jobs in Columbus, OH

Position Description & Qualifications

Serco is seeking a highly experienced Security Engineerto provide Security Control Assessor Representative (SCAR) support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) under AFMS 3.0 Task Order 1. The selected candidate will support Security Control Assessors (SCAs) and Authorizing Officials (AOs) in conducting security control assessments, supporting Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities, implementing Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements, and ensuring cybersecurity compliance across Modeling and Simulation (M&S) systems, networks, ranges, and operational training environments. The position supports AFLCMC cybersecurity operations and ensures Information Assurance (IA), Computer Network Defense (CND), Continuous Monitoring (CM), and vulnerability management activities are effectively executed.

In this role, you will:

• Perform Security Control Assessor Representative (SCAR) duties in support of Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities for simulators, networks, ranges, operational training systems, and M&S environments.
• Assist Security Control Assessors and Authorizing Officials in evaluating and validating security controls and overall cybersecurity compliance.
• Monitor, evaluate, and maintain systems and procedures designed to protect information systems, databases, and networks from unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, or destruction.
• Identify potential cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and compliance deficiencies and develop risk mitigation recommendations.
• Investigate reported security incidents and violations, determine root causes, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, including security assessments, authorization packages, security documentation reviews, and continuous monitoring activities.
• Review security requirements, assessment and authorization documentation, and security control implementations for operational test and training infrastructure systems.
• Develop, implement, and improve Computer Network Defense (CND) and Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) programs across classified and unclassified environments.
• Review and assess program Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Provide cybersecurity expertise and recommendations regarding DoD, Air Force, and RMF policies and procedures.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Active DoD Secret Security clearance.
  • US Citizenship.
• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field and 8 related experience;
  • OR an Associate Degree's in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field and 10 years of related experience.
• Experience supporting DoD cybersecurity programs, Assessment and Authorization (A&A) efforts, or Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities.
• Experience conducting security assessments, vulnerability assessments, compliance reviews, and risk analysis.
• Knowledge of NIST security controls, RMF processes, and Information Assurance requirements.
• Experience identifying cybersecurity risks and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare technical reports, findings, and briefings.
• The ability to travel up to 10%.

Additional desired experience and skills:

• Active DoD Top Secret Security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Experience serving as a SCAR, ISSM, ISSO, Security Control Assessor, or cybersecurity compliance lead.
• Experience supporting AFLCMC, AFAMS, Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI), or M&S environments.
• Experience with Continuous Monitoring (CM), POA&M management, and cybersecurity compliance reporting.
• Knowledge of DoDI 8510.01, NIST SP 800-53, and Air Force cybersecurity policies.
• Experience supporting classified and Special Access Required (SAR) environments.
• One or more of the following certifications is desired:

• • CISSP
  • CASP+
  • Security+ CE
  • CISM
  • GSLC
  • CCSP
  
  

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 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 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.