Cybersecurity Specialist

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Cybersecurity Specialist

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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.

KBR is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Specialist to support the acquisition of aeronautical systems and subsystems. 

The successful candidate will utilize their expertise in developing and analyzing systems and cybersecurity engineering artifacts used to support the integration of advanced avionics systems and subsystems at the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) C-130 Program Office at Robins Air Force Base. The candidate should be experienced and successful at solving complex cyber security issues, enjoy working in a dynamic, responsive, and collaborative environment, and dedicated to the success of our customers against advanced, persistent threats.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and advise the C-130 Information System Security Manager (ISSM) working as part of a dynamic team to develop cybersecurity strategies, program protection planning, and support development of artifacts required to obtain Interim Authorizations to Test (IATTs) and Authorizations to Operate (ATOs) according to the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Review program documentation (e.g. concept, requirements, design, manuals, reports, deficiency/change reports and program schedules) to ensure that established security requirements are adequately addressed and sustained
• Solve complex cyber security issues while working in a collaborative environment dedicated to the success of our customers against advanced, persistent threats
• Conduct analysis on components that comprise integrated weapons systems such as data environments, software, data, and hardware to identify the cybersecurity requirements and risks
• Analyze and identify component and subsystem vulnerabilities and risks to determine potential solutions and safeguards including system survivability and interoperability
• Analyze systems to ensure cybersecurity controls, risk mitigations, and testing are in compliance as they relate to RMF
• Occasional travel required (~15%)

Work Environment:

• Location: Hybrid, Warner-Robins AFB
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
• Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and minimum of 4-6 years of Information Systems Security experience. In lieu of the degree an additional eight (8) years related professional experience is required.
• CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent certifications
• Experience in: 
  -Risk Management Framework (RMF)
  -Life cycle support on developmental programs
  -Collaborating with Program Offices on Weapon Systems Programs
  -Weapon system/airborne platform software, avionics or networking 
• C-130 or other similar fixed wing or military aircraft experience 
• DoD Clearance Requirement: Secret
• Individuals in this position must be a U.S. citizen

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with DoD 5000.02 acquisition policies and processes, a plus, but not required.

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.

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 of team’s philosophy and fosters 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.