Principal/Sr. Principal Cybersecurity Analyst
VA, United States
Serco North America
Position Description
Serco is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Cybersecurity Analyst to join our team supporting a government customer site in Stafford, Virginia. As a key member of the program’s Information Technology and Information Assurance team, you will bring advanced cybersecurity expertise to a dynamic environment, supporting national defense initiatives and securing critical systems.
In this role, you will:
- Apply knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF), cybersecurity tools, and solutions to support the program.
- Install, configure, and maintain cybersecurity tools such as Security Center and Nessus Manager.
- Write test plans, audit security controls, conduct reviews, and provide guidance for corrective action implementation.
- Conduct continuous monitoring, analyze logs and alerts, and report findings in a timely manner.
- Perform compliance scans, validate STIG, SCAP, and vulnerability results, and support accreditation activities.
- Guide others through the RMF process as a subject matter expert.
- Utilize system administration experience on Windows, Linux, and Cisco platforms.
- Participate in a rotating 24/7 weekend on-call schedule approximately every 14 weeks.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- One of the following for Level 3:
- Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience
- Master’s degree with 3 years of experience
- PhD with 0 years of experience
- One of the following for Level 4:
- Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience
- Master’s degree with 6 years of experience
- PhD with 4 years of experience
- Must hold Security+ or equivalent certification.
- Must meet Information Assurance Technical Workforce (IAT) Level II or higher requirements.
- Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI clearance and be able to complete a CI polygraph.
- Must have strong skills as a Windows and Server Administrator.
- Ability to travel as required (up to 10% of the time).
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with both government and contractor personnel.
- Proficiency in conducting system audits and documenting results.
- Strong troubleshooting capabilities and technical initiative.
Additional desired experience and skills:
- Experience with RMF, ICD 503, Xacta, and eMASS.
- Familiarity with HBSS and ePO.
- Knowledge of backup methodologies and enterprise cybersecurity compliance processes.
If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and sailors and a passionate Serco team, submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!
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://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco. 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.
* Salary range is an estimate based on our InfoSec / Cybersecurity Salary Index 💰
Tags: Audits Clearance Compliance eMASS ICD 503 Linux Monitoring Nessus PhD Polygraph Privacy Risk management RMF SCAP Top Secret Travel TS/SCI Windows
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