Operational Risk Manager Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

Position Description & Qualifications Looking for an opportunity at a place where you can have an influence every day? Then Serco has the right opportunity for you. As a Senior Operations Security Specialist, you will provide senior-level Operations Security (OPSEC) support to a Department of Defense customer supporting the F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) mission. Bring your advanced security experience, operational awareness, and ability to coordinate across complex mission environments to help protect sensitive operations and information. This role supports critical security activities through documentation management, stakeholder coordination, process execution, action tracking, and operational risk identification. The successful candidate will work closely with government and contractor personnel to ensure security requirements are executed effectively in a mission-focused environment. In This Role, You Will: • Provide senior-level Operations Security (OPSEC) support, including documentation, coordination, process execution, and action tracking. • Review operations security materials, reports, trackers, correspondence, and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness. • Coordinate with government and contractor stakeholders to support operations security requirements and resolve issues. • Support meetings, working groups, data calls, briefings, and leadership updates related to operations security activities. • Identify risks, documentation gaps, process issues, and improvement opportunities across operations security workflows. • Provide experienced guidance to support disciplined execution of security requirements in a mission-focused environment. • Support the F-35 Joint Program Office mission through effective coordination and execution of operations security activities. To Be Successful in This Role You Will Have: • U.S. Citizenship required. • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Security Clearance; an active Secret Clearance is preferred. • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance preferred and utilized within the last two years. • Special Access Program (SAP) experience or eligibility preferred. • Master's degree and 10 years of relevant experience, or Bachelor's degree and 14 years of relevant experience may be considered. • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience supporting Operations Security (OPSEC), Program Security, Industrial Security, or related Department of Defense security functions. • Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex actions across government and contractor organizations. • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Experience preparing reports, briefings, trackers, and security-related documentation. • Ability to work effectively within a secure facility environment while maintaining strict adherence to security requirements. Desired Skills • Prior experience working in a secure facility. • Prior experience supporting Security Countermeasure activities and operations. • Experience supporting administrative processes and document management in a secure environment. • Experience preparing reports, briefings, status updates, and tracking spreadsheets. • Ability to work effectively with government and contractor personnel. • Experience supporting defense acquisition, program management, or security operations associated with major defense programs. • Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS. Work Location and Schedule • This position is on-site. • Must be able to work in the Arlington, Virginia office Monday through Friday during normal business hours. • Up to 10% travel may be required, including CONUS and OCONUS travel. Security Clearance • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance. • Active Secret Clearance preferred. • Active TS/SCI clearance preferred and utilized within the last two years. • SAP experience or eligibility preferred. Additional Information If you are interested in supporting and working with our military customers and a passionate Serco team, then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career! Proposal Position Notice Serco Inc. is using this posting for the purpose of responding to a proposal. We are seeking qualified candidates in the event of a contract award. This position is not currently funded/active. Should Serco be awarded the contract, and you meet the qualifications of the position, you will be considered in the selection process. F-35 JPO Security Support Services 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 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 . 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: .