Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

KBR, Inc; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 142,000 - 173,500; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to join our National Security Solutions team in Dulles, Virginia. You will drive cybersecurity approvals, review architectures, and ensure RMF and NIST controls are embedded across the system lifecycle.

This role requires strong collaboration with engineers and project managers to safeguard national security network infrastructure. The ideal candidate holds an active TS/SCI with Polygraph, a bachelor’s in a related field, and at

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information systems, computer science, or related field with 7+ years of experience.
• Experience reviewing security plans for IT systems and ensuring controls.

Responsibilities

• Support system owners and project managers through cybersecurity approvals and compliance processes.
• Review architectures, deployment methods, and network designs for security implications.
• Interpret cybersecurity and data protection requirements for stakeholders.
• Ensure cybersecurity requirements are integrated throughout the system lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain security documentation and compliance artifacts.
• Assess system risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Provide cybersecurity guidance to engineers and non-technical staff.
• Support security reviews, audits, and accreditation activities.

Skills

Cybersecurity

System architecture

RMF/NIST knowledge

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

## Information System Security Officer (ISSO)Applylocations: Dulles, Virginiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R2126433**Title:**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, deploying, and securing mission-critical network infrastructure supporting national security operations.****Key Responsibilities:*** **Support system owners and project managers through cybersecurity approval and compliance processes*** **Review technical architectures, deployment methodologies, and network designs*** **Interpret cybersecurity and data protection requirements for stakeholders*** **Ensure cybersecurity requirements are integrated throughout the system lifecycle*** **Develop and maintain security documentation and compliance artifacts*** **Assess system risks and recommend mitigation strategies*** **Provide cybersecurity guidance to engineers and non-technical partners*** **Support security reviews, audits, and accreditation activities****Work Environment:*** **Location: On-site*** **Travel Requirements: Minimal*** **Working Hours: Standard****Qualifications:****Required:*** **Active TS/SCI with Polygraph*** **Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 7 years of experience; additional experience may be substituted for a degree*** **Experience reviewing, approving, and developing security plans for IT systems*** **Experience implementing measures to protect systems against unauthorized access, modification, destruction, or disclosure*** **Demonstrated understanding of information systems, system development, network architecture, and cybersecurity principles*** **Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a dynamic environment*** **Experience briefing technical and non-technical audiences****Desired:*** **Experience supporting system accreditation or authorization processes*** **Knowledge of RMF, NIST, and cybersecurity compliance frameworks*** **Experience supporting intelligence community customers*** **Security certification such as CISSP, GSLC, or equivalent*** **Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering teams****Basic Compensation:**$142,000 to $173,500**This range is for the Virginia area only**The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s 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.**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.