KBR, Inc.
Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)
KBR, Inc., El Segundo, California, United States, 90245
Overview
Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) role at KBR, Inc. This position is on site in El Segundo, CA and requires an active TS/SCI clearance. You will join a small engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting the United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) Advanced Communications Acquisition Delta (SZM). The work is on site, co-located with the Government Customer. Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR. KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to customers in the intelligence and national security communities. Your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting national security. On-site location: El Segundo, CA. Travel: Minimal. Working Hours: Standard. Active TS/SCI clearance required. Key Responsibilities
Maintain and enforce all cybersecurity policies, standards, and directives to ensure assessment and authorization of information systems processing classified information. Participate in IT architecture design reviews to assess and ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements. Ensure cybersecurity principles are embedded in systems engineering efforts for ground and space systems in multiple classified computing domains. Integrate the Risk Management Framework throughout the system acquisition lifecycle. Create, review, and assess RMF artifacts for acceptable implementation of cybersecurity principles. Develop, coordinate, and implement cybersecurity strategies as a sub-component of the Program Protection Plan. Evaluate and apply government cybersecurity policies and instructions (DoD, NIST, FIPS, CNSS) as necessary. Conduct program and technical risk assessments to determine necessary cybersecurity protection measures. Monitor evolving industry knowledge and apply information security best practices. Interface with other government organizations during security evaluation of engineering design solutions. Provide technical security evaluation support to the Security Control Assessor (SCA) during contractor assessment and authorization activities. Evaluate the continued effectiveness of implemented protection measures within the authorization boundary. Prepare, review, and present technical reports and briefings. Provide mentoring and technical leadership to the cybersecurity program team. Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related scientific/technical discipline; 3 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree. 10+ years of work experience in Information Assurance/Cybersecurity. Experience as an ISSO, ISSE, or ISSM for a complex system. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent. Ability to translate cybersecurity policies into system requirements; experience with RMF processes. Understanding of vulnerabilities and risk mitigation strategies; experience with cybersecurity policy, architectures, testing and evaluation procedures (including Zero Trust). Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills; ability to articulate security concepts across engineering and management levels. Ability to obtain a DoD 8570.01-M recognized IAT Level III certification within 1 year of hire. Willingness and ability to work in a SCIF and hold an active TS/SCI clearance. Preferred Skills and Experience
DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level III baseline certification. Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related discipline. CompTIA Security+ or similar certification. Understanding of the acquisition life cycle for information systems. Experience with security control evaluation, testing, and assessment in complex environments. Familiarity with security tools (SCAP, STIGs, ACAS) and SIEM deployment/management. Compensation and Benefits
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Basic Compensation: $160,000 - $200,000 Additional compensation may include bonuses, sign-on, relocation benefits, or incentives per internal policy. Equal Opportunity
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, or any other characteristic protected by law. R2109184
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Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) role at KBR, Inc. This position is on site in El Segundo, CA and requires an active TS/SCI clearance. You will join a small engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting the United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) Advanced Communications Acquisition Delta (SZM). The work is on site, co-located with the Government Customer. Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR. KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to customers in the intelligence and national security communities. Your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting national security. On-site location: El Segundo, CA. Travel: Minimal. Working Hours: Standard. Active TS/SCI clearance required. Key Responsibilities
Maintain and enforce all cybersecurity policies, standards, and directives to ensure assessment and authorization of information systems processing classified information. Participate in IT architecture design reviews to assess and ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements. Ensure cybersecurity principles are embedded in systems engineering efforts for ground and space systems in multiple classified computing domains. Integrate the Risk Management Framework throughout the system acquisition lifecycle. Create, review, and assess RMF artifacts for acceptable implementation of cybersecurity principles. Develop, coordinate, and implement cybersecurity strategies as a sub-component of the Program Protection Plan. Evaluate and apply government cybersecurity policies and instructions (DoD, NIST, FIPS, CNSS) as necessary. Conduct program and technical risk assessments to determine necessary cybersecurity protection measures. Monitor evolving industry knowledge and apply information security best practices. Interface with other government organizations during security evaluation of engineering design solutions. Provide technical security evaluation support to the Security Control Assessor (SCA) during contractor assessment and authorization activities. Evaluate the continued effectiveness of implemented protection measures within the authorization boundary. Prepare, review, and present technical reports and briefings. Provide mentoring and technical leadership to the cybersecurity program team. Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related scientific/technical discipline; 3 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree. 10+ years of work experience in Information Assurance/Cybersecurity. Experience as an ISSO, ISSE, or ISSM for a complex system. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent. Ability to translate cybersecurity policies into system requirements; experience with RMF processes. Understanding of vulnerabilities and risk mitigation strategies; experience with cybersecurity policy, architectures, testing and evaluation procedures (including Zero Trust). Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills; ability to articulate security concepts across engineering and management levels. Ability to obtain a DoD 8570.01-M recognized IAT Level III certification within 1 year of hire. Willingness and ability to work in a SCIF and hold an active TS/SCI clearance. Preferred Skills and Experience
DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level III baseline certification. Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related discipline. CompTIA Security+ or similar certification. Understanding of the acquisition life cycle for information systems. Experience with security control evaluation, testing, and assessment in complex environments. Familiarity with security tools (SCAP, STIGs, ACAS) and SIEM deployment/management. Compensation and Benefits
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Basic Compensation: $160,000 - $200,000 Additional compensation may include bonuses, sign-on, relocation benefits, or incentives per internal policy. Equal Opportunity
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, or any other characteristic protected by law. R2109184
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