Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

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• We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.

• We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.

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We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.

Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

KBR has an opening for an Information Systems Security Officer to join our team of qualified, diverse professionals onsite at our location. This position requires on site presence.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Serve as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) at our location working with the Site IA in support of a KBR Information Systems. Candidate will perform extensive assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify where those systems/networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy. Candidate will achieve this through passive evaluations (compliance audits) and active evaluations (vulnerability assessments). Position is a corporate position, and employment is not tied to a contract.

• Candidate will perform Information Assurance and IT Security tasks to ensure the secure operation of the KBR information systems as a part of the KBR Information Assurance Operations team.

• Establishes strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports obtaining certification and accreditation of systems. This includes process support, analysis support, coordination support, security certification test support, security documentation support, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research inspections and periodic audits.

• Assists in the implementation of the required government policy (i.e., JSIG, NISPOM, SP-800-171, SP-800-53, RMF) for site-hosted information systems and makes recommendations on process tailoring. 

• Performs extensive analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.

• Periodically conducts of a review of each system's audits and monitors corrective actions until all actions are closed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer, information systems management or related field from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience. 4 years’ experience as an ISSO is required.

• Experience with DOD 8500.01, Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements as well as experience in drafting, submitting, and maintaining RMF packages, Experience with Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG) packages is required.

• Experience in development and maintaining of RMF Documents including System Security Plans (SSP), System Security Checklists, Privacy Impact Assessments, and Authority to Operate (ATO) artifacts.

• Experience in developing Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)

• Knowledge of independent verification and validation techniques is required.

• Experience working independently and as part of a team in researching data, developing analytical techniques and methodologies is required.

• A current Information Assurance Manager (IAM) Level I (CAP, Security+ CE) or comparable certification in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M.

• Applicant selected is subject to a United States Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. A current Secret clearance with an eligibility to receive a TS/SCI, or have a Background Investigation completed within the last 6.

Preferred Qualifications:

• IAM Level II (CAP, CASP, CISM, CISSP) or comparable certification in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M.

• Knowledge in monitoring and conducting Security Control Assessment to ensure all controls meet security requirements as stipulated in the SSP, NIST SP 800-53, JSIG.

• Understanding of maintenance and inventory process for information Security Systems.

• Experience in coordinating with Leadership across the organization to ensure timely compliance.

• Experience in developing waivers and exceptions for information system vulnerabilities.

• Knowledge of quality assurance, quality control, and independent verification and validation techniques.

• Experience working in a corporate environment and working with a diverse user population and a global enterprise.

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.​

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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.