Information Assurance (IA)/Cyber Engineer
USA, Mt Vernon, 1 Lexan Lane, Indiana
Full Time Clearance required USD 99K - 184K *
KBR, Inc.
Title:
Information Assurance (IA)/Cyber EngineerBelong, Connect, Grow with KBR!
KBR's Defense Systems Engineering, Naval Solutions Division is seeking an Information Assurance (IA)/Cyber Engineer to join our Advanced Analytics and Cloud team supporting the CBM+ program in Crane, Indiana. The program supports government customers within the Department of Defense (DoD) on various projects to develop solutions incorporating technologies such as machine learning, artificial intelligence (ML/AI), and cloud infrastructure. This position requires candidates to be local to the Crane/Bloomington, Indiana metro region. Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work closely with a team of professionals to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of information systems. Provide expertise and guidance on US Navy and US Marine Corps (USMC) cyber processes and protocols. Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to ensure comprehensive cybersecurity strategies and compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) standards.
- Addresses system configurations with system engineers and network operators to identify, remediate, track, and report vulnerabilities and discrepancies in the system, ensure updates to the system baseline are tracked and tested for security impact, review and update system engineering documentation such as the Hardware and Software (HW/SW) list and network diagram, and verify the technical assessment of all applicable devices in the authorization boundary.
- Utilizes DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) and Security Requirement Guide (SRG) checklists, Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP), EvaluateSTIG, and Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) vulnerability scanning, Marine Corps Operational Directives (OpDirs), and weekly Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAVAs) to maintain constant situational awareness of CBM+ systems in accordance with the system continuous monitoring strategies, Information System Security Manager (ISSM) direction, and Marine Corps Authorizing Official (AO) standards.
- Reviews, updates, and disseminates the System Security Plan (SSP) information security and assurance policies and documentation as part of initial and ongoing authorizations, continuous monitoring audits, gap analyses, FISMA annual assessments, and system development lifecycle use case events.
- Develops and updates system-level documentation to include the Disaster Recovery and Contingency Plan (DR/CP), Configuration Management Plan (CMP), Incident Response Plan (IRP), System User Agreement, and Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ICSM) Strategy per implemented security controls and USMC Enterprise Cybersecurity Manual (ECSM) 014 and 018 requirements.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Citizenship & Clearance: Must be a US Citizen with an Active/Current DoD Secret clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain.
Travel: Occasional travel may be required.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Equivalent experience will be considered.
Experience/Technical Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of US Navy and USMC cyber processes and protocols.
- Proficiency in the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
- Experience in conducting security assessments, audits, and vulnerability management.
- Experience with eMASS and ATOs
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Knowledge of security standards and regulations (e.g., NIST, FISMA, HIPAA).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior experience working within a US Navy or USMC cyber environment.
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or similar.
Knowledge of emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies.
The selected candidate must live in Bloomington, Indiana, or the surrounding area to fulfill the position's duties.
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. #LI-ML2
INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.
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.
* Salary range is an estimate based on our InfoSec / Cybersecurity Salary Index 💰
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