KBR
Cyber Security Engineer in Location El Segundo, California
KBR, El Segundo, California, United States, 90245
Cyber Security Engineer
KBR’s Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our security.
KBR is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to join our Evolved Strategic Systems (ESS) program in El Segundo, CA. Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility.
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 security and shape the future of space defense.
Key Responsibilities
Perform systems engineering activities in the areas of cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment & Authorization (A&A) in accordance with DoDI 8510.01
Perform cryptographic System Security Engineering (SSE) in compliance with NSA requirements and regulations
Define security requirements, architecture, and design for embedded and large-scale, distributed DoD space and ground control systems
Apply risk management concepts to mitigate vulnerabilities in system security architectures
Interface with the Space Force customer, system stakeholders, and external contractors to coordinate cybersecurity and cryptographic requirements and architecture flow down from the system level to individual elements of the system
Support integration activities of cybersecurity for space and ground networks
Participate and propose inputs for verification and validation of cybersecurity requirements
Perform cybersecurity planning and scheduling for RMF and coordinate efforts to categorize and assign impact values for confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems per CNSSI 1253 to produce a tailored set of RMF security controls per NIST 800-53
Provide critical inputs to the Program Protection Plan and assist in identification of Critical Program Information (CPI)/Critical Components (CC)
Provide critical inputs to Cybersecurity Strategies and assist government with milestone approvals
Work Environment Location:
On-site
Travel Requirements:
Minimal
Working Hours:
Standard
Qualifications Required:
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance is required to be considered for this position
BS in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science. An equivalent technical degree (such as MS in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science)
2+ years of work experience in System Engineering Architecture/Design
2+ years of work experience in Information Assurance (IA)/Cyber Security
Understanding of the discipline and practice of Systems Engineering throughout the system lifecycle phases of concept, development, production, use, support, and retirement
Understanding of modern computing architectures including CI/CD, microservices, cloud, and container technologies
Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and teambuilding skills
Strong writing and oral presentation skills; ability to write final-version deliverable technical documents and reports
Background in software design
Desired:
BS or MS degree in IA/Cyber security
Master’s degree in technical field such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science
Experience working on DoD programs
Proficient understanding of RMF process
Familiarity with Cybersecurity Requirements Verification and Validation (IV&V)
Familiarity with NIST 800-53 and CNSSI 1253 RMF Analysis and Accreditation
Familiarity with Network Engineering
Familiarity with Communications Systems
Familiarity with Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E)
Security certification (CISSP)
TS/SCI clearance
Additional Requirements
Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility.
Basic Compensation $110,000 to $150,000 in California
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
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.
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, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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KBR is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to join our Evolved Strategic Systems (ESS) program in El Segundo, CA. Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility.
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 security and shape the future of space defense.
Key Responsibilities
Perform systems engineering activities in the areas of cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment & Authorization (A&A) in accordance with DoDI 8510.01
Perform cryptographic System Security Engineering (SSE) in compliance with NSA requirements and regulations
Define security requirements, architecture, and design for embedded and large-scale, distributed DoD space and ground control systems
Apply risk management concepts to mitigate vulnerabilities in system security architectures
Interface with the Space Force customer, system stakeholders, and external contractors to coordinate cybersecurity and cryptographic requirements and architecture flow down from the system level to individual elements of the system
Support integration activities of cybersecurity for space and ground networks
Participate and propose inputs for verification and validation of cybersecurity requirements
Perform cybersecurity planning and scheduling for RMF and coordinate efforts to categorize and assign impact values for confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems per CNSSI 1253 to produce a tailored set of RMF security controls per NIST 800-53
Provide critical inputs to the Program Protection Plan and assist in identification of Critical Program Information (CPI)/Critical Components (CC)
Provide critical inputs to Cybersecurity Strategies and assist government with milestone approvals
Work Environment Location:
On-site
Travel Requirements:
Minimal
Working Hours:
Standard
Qualifications Required:
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance is required to be considered for this position
BS in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science. An equivalent technical degree (such as MS in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science)
2+ years of work experience in System Engineering Architecture/Design
2+ years of work experience in Information Assurance (IA)/Cyber Security
Understanding of the discipline and practice of Systems Engineering throughout the system lifecycle phases of concept, development, production, use, support, and retirement
Understanding of modern computing architectures including CI/CD, microservices, cloud, and container technologies
Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and teambuilding skills
Strong writing and oral presentation skills; ability to write final-version deliverable technical documents and reports
Background in software design
Desired:
BS or MS degree in IA/Cyber security
Master’s degree in technical field such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science
Experience working on DoD programs
Proficient understanding of RMF process
Familiarity with Cybersecurity Requirements Verification and Validation (IV&V)
Familiarity with NIST 800-53 and CNSSI 1253 RMF Analysis and Accreditation
Familiarity with Network Engineering
Familiarity with Communications Systems
Familiarity with Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E)
Security certification (CISSP)
TS/SCI clearance
Additional Requirements
Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility.
Basic Compensation $110,000 to $150,000 in California
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
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.
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, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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