Senior Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

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. Position Summary: KBR is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Information Systems Security Manager to support the Air Force’s Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS) Division. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (C3BM) in the research and development phase. Knowledge of current cybersecurity practices, software development processes, and the ability to communicate technically complex topics in an easy-to-understand way. You will be responsible for providing expert-level technical advice on all cybersecurity matters for the program. You will ensure the Branch’s product lines maintain compliance with federal and DoD cybersecurity requirements while supporting operational mission objectives. Key Responsibilities: Lead cybersecurity efforts supporting Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities in accordance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF). Develop, maintain, and manage security authorization packages using eMASS, XACTA, and related cybersecurity tools. Prepare and update System Security Plans (SSPs), Risk Assessments, Configuration Management Plans, Contingency Plans, and POA&Ms. Perform security control assessments and evaluate compliance with NIST SP 800-53 requirements. Conduct vulnerability assessments utilizing scanning and auditing tools and coordinate remediation activities. Support continuous monitoring programs and maintain cybersecurity documentation throughout the system lifecycle. Coordinate with Program Managers, System Owners, Information System Security Officers (ISSOs), Authorizing Officials, and engineering teams. Provide cybersecurity guidance for Air Force weapon systems, avionics systems, and mission-critical IT platforms. Analyze security risks and recommend mitigations to ensure compliance with DoD, FISMA, OMB, and federal cybersecurity mandates. Support security reviews, inspections, audits, and accreditation activities. Monitor cybersecurity status and provide regular reporting to leadership and stakeholders. Work Environment: Location: Remote Travel Requirements: Moderate, 20-40% Working Hours: Standard – Core hours 0900 – 1500 Qualifications: Required: Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Business, Engineering, or related field Minimum 5 years of Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, or Information Security experience supporting federal or DoD environments Technical Expertise: Demonstrated ability to lead personnel using Agile Scrum methods Demonstrated ability to obtain and maintain an Authority to Operate Experience with cloud-based IaaS, PaaS and SaaS solutions in an Air Force or DoD context (e.g., AWS GovCloud, Azure Government). Proficiency with the tools and technologies commonly used in DEVSECOPS efforts (e.g. GitLab, Docker, etc.). Communication and Collaboration: Proven ability to lead technical staff and manage complex modernization efforts Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to program managers, contractors, and non-technical stakeholders. Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines within the DoD acquisition environment. Ability to navigate the complexities of military contracting processes and collaborate with defense contractors to ensure compliance with Air Force requirements. Clearance: Active DoD Secret clearance Desired: Demonstrated ability to work well independently or as a team member. Demonstrated ability to drive projects to closure and to assimilate and correlate project information in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to communicate with technical and non-technical project teams. Familiarity with DoD and Air Force cybersecurity-related acquisition initiatives to include authoring cybersecurity strategies. Master's Degree Active DoD TS/SCI clearance Certifications: Highly Preferred: CompTIA Sec+ as well as Agile Product Owner and/or Scrum Master Preferred: DAWIA Engineering and Technology Management Practitioner Basic Compensa