Information System Security Engineer

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Information System Security Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Information Assurance Processes: Lead the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) and information assurance processes in accordance with Risk Management Framework (RMF) guidelines
• Tool Development and Maintenance: Ensure the secure development and maintenance of tools, including managing accreditations and authorization processes; identifying and mitigating security risks and collaborating with stakeholders
• System Architecture and Configuration Consulting: Provide consultation, analysis and recommendations on system architecture, system configuration and data flows throughout the life cycle of tool development; including testing, operations, maintenance and decommission
• Information Security Controls: Provide support services that include assisting project personnel in the identification and implementation of appropriate information security controls applicable to their systems, recommending mitigation strategies for vulnerabilities, recommending system exceptions and/or Plan of Action and Milestones, and assisting in the remediation of risk findings identified by Security
• Liaison to ISSM Office: Maintain close liaison with ISSM office, with a focus on synthesizing ISSM guidance for streamlined and low-risk implementation for systems
• Risk Management Framework: Work with team to write and successfully execute Risk Mitigation Framework (RMF) and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to address cyber security issues and liens
• Cloud and Security Representative: Serve as the office representative to relevant Cloud and Security related groups
• Integration Recommendations: Engage with C2E: Cloud Services Providers and provide recommendations for integration with customer tools as appropriate

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

• Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI with a Polygraph
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Experience: 12 years of relevant experience
• Information Assurance: Proven experience in supporting A&A and information assurance processes
• DISA STIGs: Strong understanding of DISA STIGs and hands-on experience with STIG Viewer
• Security Risk Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of current security risks, protocols, and best practices
• A&A Processes: Proven experience in supporting A&A and information assurance processes

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.