Information System Security Officer - Intermediate

Information System Security Officer (ISSO) - Intermediate

KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country's most critical role - protecting our national security.

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Projects: KBR's work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

This is a contingent position based upon contract award.

KBR is seeking a highly motivated and career-oriented Information System Security Officer (ISSO) - Intermediate to join our team supporting a government client in Virginia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, update, and/or review RMF documentation to include the System Security Plan (SSP), Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM), Plan of Action and Milestone (POA&M), Risk Assessment Report (RAR), and Security Assessment Plan (SAP)
• Assess system compliance against NIST, DoD, and IC security requirements to include the NIST 800-53 and 800-171 controls, and DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Requirements Guides (SRGs)
• Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) knowledge on matters related to RMF activities across multiple systems and networks of various classifications
• Develop and implement information security policies, procedures, and guidelines in accordance with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and required government policy (e.g. JSIG, NISPOM, NIST SP 800-171, NIST 800-53)
• Participate in sessions aimed at identifying, planning, and executing strategies in response to emerging cybersecurity policies
• Maintain awareness and knowledge of evolving security and risk management standards and communicate and apply relevant changes to existing processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the security of new and existing systems and applications
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree with over 5+ years of experience
• TS/SCI with polygraph; ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) eligibility and accesses
• Must have either CAP or CISSP certification
• Knowledge of various Intelligence community security standards
• Proficient in firewall administration, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, and data encryption
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Experience in developing and implementing security policies
• Familiarity with web-related technologies (Web applications, Web Services, Service service-oriented architectures) and network/web-related protocols
• Provides guidance to junior team members
• Develops trusted relationships with Government leaders and with mission partners
• Flexible systems thinker with the ability to deliver results quickly
• Self-starter with effective time management skills
• Strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational and communication skills, effective and clear written (and oral) communication ability, strategic thinking, and interpersonal skills

Qualifications Desired:

• Bachelor's degree with over 12 years or more of applicable experience
• Demonstrated ability to adapt and flex to the execution of multiple mission sets across a diverse set of programs and tasks

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.