KBR Careers · 5 hours ago
Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$124K/yr - $186K/yr
5+ years expKBR is a leading company specializing in rapid prototyping and advanced technology solutions. They are currently seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support the U.S. Government at the Naval Research Laboratory, focusing on cybersecurity implementation and maintenance for information systems.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
This position is an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), responsible for hands-on implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity posture for Naval Research Laboratory information systems. The ISSO will support the full lifecycle of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process by assisting with the development of documentation, conducting risk and vulnerability assessments, and ensuring security controls are effectively implemented and maintained in compliance with Navy/DOW standards
ISSO will serve as a team member in maintaining the system's Authorizations, actively managing continuous monitoring activities, and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data under the guidance of the NRL C-ISSM
This role is also actively involved in the day-to-day security operations and incident response. This includes analyzing results from vulnerability scanning tools (ACAS), interpreting Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to apply necessary configurations, and tracking remediation efforts through Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms). You will participate directly in security incident response and reporting activities
The ISSO will support the command's classified material management by assisting in the Designated Transfer Authority (DTA) program, as needed. This includes auditing classified data, ensuring compliance with security regulations, and maintaining meticulous, audit-ready logs. May also act as a Local Registration Authority (LRA), supporting the command’s Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) program by maintaining and auditing detailed records for the SIPR PKI token program
Actively participate in the system's Configuration Control Board (CCB). The ISSO's role is to review and track proposed changes to the system's hardware, software, or configuration to ensure they do not negatively impact the authorized security posture
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizen. Minimum of current active Secret clearance to start, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret / SCI clearance
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or an equivalent certification following the Cyber Workforce (CWF) qualification matrices outlined in DoD 8140
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of related training and experience, is required
Skills / Knowledge: Risk Management Framework, NIST Standards, Vulnerability Assessment Tools (ex: ACAS, Nessus Scanner), Monitoring Tools (ex: HBSS, ESS, MDE/MDI) Security Technical Implementation Guides, Incident Response, Public Key Infrastructure
Preferred
Prior experience with IT/OT systems and professional cybersecurity experience is preferred
Benefits
401K plan with company match
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
AD&D
Flexible spending account
Disability
Paid time off
Flexible work schedule
Company
KBR Careers
At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that are helping governments and companies around the world take on the great challenges of our time.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Becky Sewell
Chief Training Officer (CTO)
Dana Dorsey
Sr. VP, Chief Financial Officer
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