KBR
National Security
CyberSecurityEngineer
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“Cyber Security Engineer at KBR. Skills: Cyber Security, System Engineering, Risk Management Framework (RMF), Information Assurance (IA). Perform systems engineering activities in the areas of cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment & Authorization (A&A) in accordance with DoDI 8510. 01. Perform cryptographic System Security Engineering (SSE) in compliance with NSA requirements and regulations”
What You'll Achieve.
designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense
Industry & Context.
Apply risk management concepts to mitigate vulnerabilities in system security architectures; Mission Impact Analysis and recommendations
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance is required, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility, Minimal Travel Requirements
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance is required to be considered for this position, BS in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science. An equivalent technical degree (such as MS in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science), 2+ years of work experience in System Engineering Architecture/Design, 2+ years of work experience in Information Assurance (IA)/Cyber Security, Provide cybersecurity inputs to the Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) and coordinate Cybersecurity Test and Evaluation (T&E) requirements/activities (e. g. , CVI, ACD, CVPA, AA) with stakeholders, Lead Mission Based Cybersecurity Risk Assessments (MBCRA) (e. g. , MRAP-C, CTT) events and provide Mission Impact Analysis and recommendations to the program office, Understanding of the discipline and practice of Systems Engineering throughout the system lifecycle phases of concept, development, production, use, support, and retirement, Understanding of modern computing architectures including CI/CD, microservices, cloud, and container technologies, Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), interpersonal, organizational, and teambuilding skills, writing and oral presentation ability to write final-version deliverable technical documents and reports, Background in software design
Nice to Have
BS or MS degree in IA/Cyber security, Master’s degree in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science, Experience working on DoD programs, Proficient understanding of RMF process, Familiarity with Cybersecurity Requirements Verification and Validation (IV&V), Familiarity with NIST 800-53 and CNSSI 1253 RMF Analysis and Accreditation, Familiarity with Network Engineering, Familiarity with Communications Systems, Familiarity with Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E), Security certification (CISSP), TS/SCI clearance
What You'll Do.
Perform systems engineering activities in the areas of cybersecurity
Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment & Authorization (A&A) in accordance with DoDI 8510. 01
Perform cryptographic System Security Engineering (SSE) in compliance with NSA requirements and regulations
Define security requirements
and design for embedded and large-scale
distributed DoD space and ground control systems
Apply risk management concepts to mitigate vulnerabilities in system security architectures
Support integration activities of cybersecurity for space and ground networks
Participate and propose inputs for verification and validation of cybersecurity requirements
Perform cybersecurity planning and scheduling for RMF and coordinate efforts to categorize and assign impact values for confidentiality
and availability of systems per CNSSI 1253 to produce a tailored set of RMF security controls per NIST 800-53
Provide critical inputs to the Program Protection Plan and assist in identification of Critical Program Information (CPI)/Critical Components (CC)
Provide critical inputs to Cybersecurity Strategies and assist government with milestone approvals
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interface with the Space Force customer, system stakeholders, and external contractors to coordinate cybersecurity and cryptographic requirements and architecture flow down from the system level to individual elements of the system; highly collaborative work environment of small teams
Communication Scope
writing and oral presentation ability to write final-version deliverable technical documents and reports
Process & Methodology
cybersecurity planning and scheduling for RMF
Full Job Description
**Title:** Cyber Security Engineer _**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. KBR is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to join our Evolved Strategic Systems (ESS) program in El Segundo, CA. Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility. The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space Systems Command. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems. **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. **Key Responsibilities:** * Perform systems engineering activities in the areas of cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment & Authorization (A&A) in accordance with DoDI 8510.01 * Perform cryptographic System Security Engineering (SSE) in compliance with NSA requireme
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