Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

KBR Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 160,200 - 195,800; Full time

Job summary

KBR Careers in Virginia seeks a Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to lead cybersecurity approval, risk assessments, and accreditation activities on-site. You will review architectures, ensure lifecycle security, and develop artifacts to meet RMF/NIST standards.

Requires TS/SCI with Polygraph, a related bachelor's degree, and 10+ years of experience. Travel minimal; standard hours with potential bonuses as applicable.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required for the role.
• Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field with 10 years of experience (additional experience may substitute for a degree).
• Experience reviewing and developing security plans for IT systems.
• Experience implementing measures to protect systems against unauthorized access, modification, destruction, or disclosure.
• Deep understanding of information systems, system development, network architecture and cybersecurity principles.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Experience briefing both technical and non-technical audiences.

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.

Skills

TS/SCI with Polygraph

Security plan development

Stakeholder briefing

Risk assessment

Network architecture understanding

Dynamic prioritization

Information systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science

Job description

Title

Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

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

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 10 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 Qualifications

• 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

$160,200 to $195,800

This range is for the Virginia area only.

Additional Compensation

Potential bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation may be included based on internal policy and contractual designation. These can include sign‑on bonuses, relocation benefits, short‑term or long‑term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Benefits

Competitive benefits may include 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability coverage, paid time off, and flexible work schedule.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.