Title:
Senion Systems Security Engineer
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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.
Position Summary:
KBR, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced armament weapon System Security Engineer to support Air Force air-to-air and air-to-ground weapon programs. The selected candidate will support the Government System Program Office and coordinate with the Prime Contractor and external agencies to develop and validate weapon system security engineering solutions, ensure the weapon system design complies with Government controls, instructions, circulars and directives, and develop and coordinate required artifacts to obtain weapon system Authorization to Operate. This position will support the team through the full acquisition life cycle, i.e. development, test, production, and fielding of weapon systems. This position will be executed from inside government on-site facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure weapon systems, system-of-systems, and architectures meet all U.S. Government systems security and cybersecurity controls, directives, and contractual requirements.
Analyze system configurations, architectures, and designs to identify mission-critical components, safety concerns, and Critical Program Information (CPI). Provide guidance on security for critical infrastructure and classified systems, including SCI, SAP, Collateral, and CUI environments.
Lead development of Assessment & Authorization (A&A) packages, including but not limited to System Security Plan (SSP), Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM), Security Test & Evaluation (ST&E) reports, Cybersecurity Risk Assessments, Continuous Monitoring Plan (ConMon), and Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms).
Work directly with the Prime Contractor to ensure required contractual deliverables are sufficient to meet Government approval. This includes supporting the development of key security documentation including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Assessment Reports (SARs), Security Control Traceability Matrices (SCTMs), Continuous Monitoring Plans (ConMons), Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&Ms), Security Classification Guides (SCGs), Program Protection Plans (PPPs), Program Protection Implementation Plans (PPIPs), Cybersecurity Implementation Plans (CSIPs), Cyber Test Plans, Anti Tamper Plans, and other Authorization to Operate (ATO) artifacts. Candidate may be required to author artifacts as required by the Government
Conduct system security evaluations and support certification/accreditation processes in alignment with AFI 17-101, DoD 8570.01-M, DoD 8500.2, CNSSI 1253, and other directives
Oversee compliance with the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG) Rev 4 and the Risk Management Framework (RMF) per NIST SP 800-53, DoDI 8510.01, and CNSSI 1253 with emphasis on Air Force-specific requirements.
Work Environment:
Location: On-site (Eglin AFB, FL)
Travel Requirements: Moderate, 20-40%
Working Hours: Standard – Core hours 0900 - 1500
Qualifications:
Required:
Expertise in System Security Engineering documentation (e.g., CSS, PPP, Anti-Tamper, System Security Plans, Security Test & Evaluation Reports) for DoD weapon system acquisitions
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex security concepts to program managers, contractors, and non-technical stakeholders
Desired:
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.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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.
