Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)
- Point Mugu, California
- Alexandria, Virginia
- Huntsville, Alabama
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Information System Security Engineer (ISSE)Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
The successful candidate for the Joint Mission Environment Testing Capability (JMETC) Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) position will be part of the KBR Cybersecurity team supporting the Test Resource Management Center (TRMC) in the development of new test and evaluation capabilities and specifically providing TRMC Cybersecurity engineering expertise. This position will be a part of a distributed cybersecurity team. This member will provide solutions to complex problems that require the regular use of senior expertise and creativity. This member will be an experienced and skilled professional in designing and implementing cybersecurity disciplines in information systems, applications enclaves, and networks. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of cybersecurity technologies, security protocols, risk management framework, and software development principles. They will be responsible for analyzing requirements, designing and implementing solutions. The ideal candidate has a diverse technical background in cybersecurity, network protection, software development, application security and must have strong experience of successfully collaborating within high-performing teams with multiple stakeholders. You will directly interface with DoD civilians and contractors to provide cybersecurity engineering support to the JMETC Secret Network and other networks. Come join a team that is building the T&E range of the future!
Why Join Us?
- Innovative Projects: Work on cutting-edge technologies and projects that directly support our national security objectives
- Collaborative Environment: Join a dynamic team where collaboration and innovation are at the heart of our workplace culture
- Impactful Work: Play a key role in projects that make a real difference in both our company and the broader national security field
Key Responsibilities:
- List the main duties and responsibilities of the position, using bullet points for clarity. Focus on the most exciting and impactful aspects of the job
- Defines information security requirements and their integration into information systems and its technology component through purposeful security design
- Develop and implement security designs ensuring that the hardware, operating systems, applications all adequately address cyber security requirements and security controls
- Identify points of vulnerability, non-compliance with established cybersecurity standards and regulations and recommend mitigation strategies
- Implement, validate Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) requirements and or perform SRG assessments for all projects
- Assist the Cybersecurity team on all projects from a technical perspective
- Assists the Lead Technical Deputy on all Zero Trust Projects
- Conduct risk analysis reviewing all applicable scanning, CVEs, research collaborating with system administrators to mitigate identified vulnerabilities and/or Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) as needed
- Analyze customer requirements and identify the need for cybersecurity solutions. Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the organization’s overall technology landscape
- Create and maintain documentation for systems, enclaves, applications, including design documents, implementation guides, standard operating procedures, and approval paperwork
Work Environment:
- Location: Remote, but must reside in an area near a military installation
- Travel Requirements: Minimal
- Working Hours: Standard
Qualifications:
Required:
- Clearance: A minimum of a Secret clearance is required and ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in designing and implementing cybersecurity in an IT environment
- Certifications: DOD Security Clearance and must meet DoD 8140 Requirements for a Security Architect position
- Knowledge of Linux and Windows Operating Systems
- Knowledge of Cybersecurity Devices, IDS, Firewall, etc.
- Knowledge of networking architecture and infrastructure
- Knowledge of virtualization technologies
- Knowledge of Cybersecurity Process and Approval for Special Access Programs (SAPs)
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
Desired:
- Advanced degree: A master’s degree or higher in a related field
- Certifications: CASP+, CCSP, Cloud+, CSSLP, CISSP-ISSAP, and CISSP-ISSEP
- Experience with cloud-based technologies, including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Familiarity with industry standards, including NIST, FIPS, and others
Basic Compensation: $140k - $180k
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience 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.
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.
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