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Title: Senior Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

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.

Position Summary:

The Information System Security Manager will provide system authorization support, risk management and business continuity expertise, threat detection and prevention methods, incident response and management methods, auditing, vulnerability management support, and system security documentation for the NIL. This position will be responsible for all NIL activities for the Digital Infrastructure program in ABMS.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinating, executing, and managing cybersecurity assessment & authorization (A&A) related activities supporting IT hardware, software, and connectivity capabilities in support of intelligence data management and analysis requirements

Provide advice and assistance on all things cyber security for customer-acquired development and systems maintenance projects, driving and monitoring system authorization status of segment components, authoring and coordinating related documentation

Facilitate, perform, and manage actions necessary to maintain system and capability accreditation status consistent with DoDI 8510.01 (Risk Management Framework (RMF) for DoD Information Technology (IT)), including scanning, auditing, and authoring/coordinating security accreditation-related documentation

Review and advise on security aspects of contracted maintenance deliverables and proposals

Perform requirements analysis, design, and integration for complex software applications and collaboration infrastructures

Participate in the change management process, including reviewing Change Requests and assisting in the assessment of security impact of proposed changes

Write implementation and design documents describing how security features are implemented

Create and maintain information system security documentation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and provide guidance on active Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M)

Present system maintenance, authorization status, and potential issues to various intelligence and acquisition community audiences

Keep leadership aware of any roadblocks, issues, or concerns with system authorization status

Work Environment:

Location: Washington D.C.

Travel Requirements: 35%

Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

BS degree in information systems or related technical field

9+ years' technical experience in cybersecurity or information technology

DoD 8570 IAT/IAM Level I/II certification

Understanding of common operating systems (Windows, Linux/Unix, Cisco IOS/NX-OS)

Knowledge of client, server, data storage, and networking technologies

Understanding of the requirements and standards for Cloud security

Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC)

Ability to troubleshoot, assess root cause, and resolve technical issues

Innovative with strong analytical, problem-solving, organization and interpersonal skills

Understanding of ABMS Digital Infrastructure program

An active TS/SCI clearance is required

Must have experience working with Special Access Programs (SAPs)

Desired:

Advanced degree in a technical field

9+ years of IT/security-related experience with recent ISSM experience

Sec+/CASP/CISSP certification or NIL experience

Software Development in Java, Python, Ruby and/or C++ knowledge

Linux Expertise (RedHat/RHEL or CentOS preferred) knowledge.

Prior experience with software scanning/static code analysis (e.g. Fortify, SonarQube)

Prior experience with cloud and container security tools (e.g. Prisma Cloud/Twistlock, StackRox, Anchore)

Basic Compensation:

$165,000-$185,000

This range is for the Washington, D.C. area only

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s work location, knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience, clearance level, contract affordability and in consideration of internal parity.

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.