Security Engineer - (PST/100% Remote)

Position Description

Looking for a challenging and exciting career opportunity? Serco is seeking a motivated Security Engineer to join our talented team of 7 - (100% Remote). If you are a detail-oriented security professional and want to be a part of a larger collaborative team of security engineers, Serco has a great opportunity for you!

The Security Engineer is a member of the corporate information security team that will assist with threat monitoring, detection, event analysis, and incident reporting. In executing this position, you would be focused on detecting and mitigating cyber threats. The Security Engineer has the responsibility to provide oversight on the effectiveness of information security controls within the environment to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Serco’s information assets. To be the ideal candidate, you would demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of information security principles, critical thinking skills, team-oriented approach to security initiatives, and your professional history as a self-starting problem solver.

Serco’s information security program is looking for a referential leader who are experts in their field, can internalize Serco’s values, and demonstrate their expertise, and Serco’s values through their personal example.

This position is contingent upon your ability to maintain/transfer your active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance

This position allows for 100% remote work but candidate MUST be willing to work PST time zone for this opportunity

In this role you will:

• Be responsible for managing and configuring Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Purview Compliance security solutions across an organization including monitoring for threats, responding to security alerts, implementing security policies, classify data, set retention policies, manage data loss prevention (DLP), and monitor data access to mitigate risks, and ensuring the overall health of the Defender and Purview platforms to protect against cyberattacks.
• Utilize platforms such as Microsoft, Red Hat, Sentinel, Splunk, Tenable, CyberArk and other security tools.
• Configure and implement security tools in accordance with industry best practices and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guidelines.
• Perform vulnerability, configuration, and compliance assessments.
• Analyze data and recommend changes to security policies, procedures, and controls.
• Assist and educate users on security procedures.
• Conduct independent research to stay current with the latest security issues to reduce the likelihood of incidents.

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Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Active Secret security clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance
  • U.S Citizenship Required
• A Bachelors Degree
  • Or a High School Diploma with minimum 9 years of security engineering and operations experience in any of the following areas below in lieu of degree
• Minimum 5 years of security engineering and operations experience in any of the following areas;
  • • cloud security, endpoint protection, identity management, application security, security event analysis, vulnerability management, and/or incident response
• Expertise in Microsoft Defender suite (Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365, Defender for Cloud Apps)
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts like threat analysis, vulnerability management, incident response
• Experience with security log analysis and SIEM tools
• Knowledge of network protocols and security best practices
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and effectively communicate security concerns
• Deep understanding of data privacy regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Purview compliance portal and its functionalities
• Experience with data classification, retention policies, and DLP configurations
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 services like Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address compliance risks
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Additional desired experience and skills:

• Governance, risk, and compliance experience in audits, business continuity, control implementation, control assessments, the application of the NIST Risk Management Framework and/or the application of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard.

In compliance with state and local laws regarding pay transparency, the salary range for this role is $67,889.77 to $113,149.62; 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.

If you are interested in supporting and working with passionate Serco team- then 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: [email protected] 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 [email protected].

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.