Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

KBR Careers; Alexandria (VA); Remote; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Professional training and development

Job summary

KBR’s National Security Solutions is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to protect DoD information systems. The ISSO will support RMF implementation, create security policies, perform vulnerability remediation, and coordinate with distributed teams to maintain secure operations.

Ideal candidates hold TS/SCI clearance, a BS in a related field, 10 years of DoD-focused experience, and certifications such as CISSP or Security+.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• 10 years of system administration or cybersecurity experience in a DoD environment
• DoD 8570 certifications: Security+, CISSP, Computing Environment

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards to safeguard information systems
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing
• Monitor security alerts and logs to respond to incidents and ensure DoD compliance
• Manage Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions for secure access
• Filter and generate reports from SIEM tools to identify trends
• Support RMF processes including categorization, control selection, assessment, authorization, and monitoring
• Develop security training programs and act as security advisor to other departments
• Maintain documentation of security processes, incidents, and remediation efforts
• Work with DoD networks and environments (DREN/SDREN) as required

Skills

Windows server management

Linux server management

Active Directory

RMF

Vulnerability assessment

Incident response

Policy development

DoD compliance

Security monitoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Cybersecurity

Tools

McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO)

Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)

SIEM

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

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.

The successful candidate will provide support to the Test Resource Management Center’s (TRMC) All Domain Test Range (ADTR) and INDOPACOM Pacific-Rim Multi-Domain Training and Experimentation Capability Team, Joint Mission Environment Test Capability (JMETC) Secret Network (JSN) Node, JMETC Multiple Independent Levels of Security Network (JMN) Node, Secret Defense Research and Engineering Network (SDREN), Defense Research and Engineering Network (DREN). In this role, you will be a critical part of our team responsible for evaluating customer requirements pertaining to complex technical challenges. The successful candidate will assist with providing solutions to complex problems in a manner which meets both functional and security requirements. You will be responsible for keeping the team’s computing environment operational and in compliance with all TRMC directives and applicable RMF requirements. To do this you will frequently collaborate with other distributed team members to discuss current system status and plan desired future enhancements.

The ideal candidate will have a blended skill set with a strong background in both systems administration and cybersecurity. This individual will possess experience in Windows and Linux server management, Active Directory, Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and virtualization technologies. This role is critical in ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our information systems within a Department of Defense (DoD) environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Security Management:
  • Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards to safeguard organizational information systems.
  • Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing to identify and mitigate potential threats.
  • Monitor security alerts and logs to respond to incidents in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with DoD regulations.
  • Manage Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions to ensure secure access control for sensitive systems and data.
  • Filter and generate reports from Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools to provide insights into security incidents and trends.
  • Respond to JFHQ-DODIN issued orders, such as Cyber Task Orders (CTO).
  • Participate in DoD mandated Zero Trust efforts (initiatives, planning, testing and implementation).
• Systems Administration
  • Administer Windows and Linux servers, ensuring optimal performance, security and uptime.
  • Manage Active Directory for user account provisioning, authentication, and access control, ensuring compliance with organizational security policies.
  • Implement and maintain STIGs to harden system configurations and reduce vulnerabilities across all server environments.
• Virtualization and Cloud Management
  • Oversee the virtualization of servers using VMware, Hyper‑V or similar technologies, ensuring secure and efficient resource allocation.
  • Manage cloud‑based services and applications, ensuring they adhere to security policies and best practices.
• Risk Management Framework (RMF) Compliance
  • Apply RMF principles to assess and manage risk associated with information systems, including categorization, selection of security controls, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure all systems are RMF‑compliant and maintain relevant documentation.
• Training and Awareness
  • Develop and conduct security training programs for staff to enhance awareness of information security best practices and organizational policies.
  • Function as a security advisor to other departments, providing guidance on secure system design and implementation.
• Documentation and Reporting
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of security processes, incidents, and remediation efforts.
  • Prepare and present reports on security posture, vulnerabilities, and incident response efforts to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Additional Tools and Technologies
  • Experience with McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO) for centralized security management.
  • Familiarity with Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) for vulnerability scanning and compliance monitoring.

Work Environment

• Location: Remote
• Travel Requirements: [Minimal 10‑20%)
• Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
  • Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CASP, Security+
  • Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI
  • Experience: Minimum 10 years of system administration or cybersecurity‑related experience, specifically within DoD environment.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Proficient in Windows server and Linux server management, including installation, security policies, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Desired:
  • Education: Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications (CISSP, CISM, CASP, Security+)
  • Virtual Desktop Infrastructure: Horizon, UAG, Provision and Maintain VM pools
  • Client Support: Solid understanding and experience supporting zero/thin clients
  • Risk Management System Support: Experience supporting systems within a DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) accredited environment.
  • SIEM Solutions: Splunk, SolarWinds, etc.
  • Skills: Coordination, Communication and Presentation skills
  • Functionality: Layer 2/3 Networking experience
  • Firewall experience
  • DoD 8570 certifications: Security+, CISSP, Computing Environment
  • DoD Network experience: Experience working with DoD Wide Area Networks and familiarity with various network architectures and common protocols to include:
    • Experience working with Defense Research and Engineering Network (DREN)
    • Experience working with the Secret Defense Research and Engineering Network (SDREN)
    • EPO (Trelix) experience – policy, agent updates, compliance dashboards, ACAS experience – scanning, reporting, compliance dashboards

Ready to Make a Difference?

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.

Basic Compensation

$125,000 - $155,000 (For Maryland Only)

$115,000 - 145,000 (For Nevada Only)

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

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’s philosophy and foster 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.