Senior Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

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About the Role

KBR is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) in Colorado Springs, Colorado to join our Information Assurance organization. Reporting to the Information Assurance Operations Manager, this role serves as the regional cybersecurity lead for multiple sites across the Western United States, overseeing Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities, Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance, cybersecurity policy implementation, and system authorization efforts for classified and unclassified environments.

The Senior ISSM serves as a trusted advisor to government customers, business leadership, and technical stakeholders while providing oversight and guidance to Information Assurance professionals supporting multiple programs and locations. This position plays a critical role in maintaining Authorizations to Operate (ATOs), driving cybersecurity compliance initiatives, implementing enterprise security policies, and strengthening KBR's overall security posture across the assigned region.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Regional Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) for multiple sites across the Western U.S. region, providing cybersecurity oversight for classified and unclassified environments.
• Lead Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities and maintain Authorizations to Operate (ATOs) for assigned systems, applications, networks, and devices.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to Information Assurance personnel and site ISSMs supporting regional programs.
• Develop, review, and maintain RMF documentation, including Security Plans, Risk Assessment Reports, Implementation Plans, and Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms).
• Ensure compliance with applicable cybersecurity requirements, including NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, DISA STIGs, SRGs, and other government security frameworks.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to government customers, program leadership, and technical teams on cybersecurity, compliance, and risk management matters.
• Partner with Information Technology, Industrial Security, Facility Support, and program stakeholders to resolve cybersecurity issues and support authorization efforts.
• Monitor evolving cybersecurity policies, regulations, and standards, ensuring timely implementation across assigned sites.
• Lead cybersecurity assessments, compliance reviews, and continuous monitoring activities to identify, track, and mitigate security risks.
• Prepare and deliver status reports, metrics, and briefings regarding authorization activities, compliance posture, and cybersecurity initiatives.
• Support process improvement initiatives focused on RMF execution, cybersecurity governance, and operational effectiveness.
• Utilize enterprise cybersecurity tools, including eMASS, ACAS, SCAP Compliance Checker, Xacta, and related technologies to support security and compliance activities.

Basic Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience including 5+ years of experience performing Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) duties in classified and unclassified environments.
• Experience supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) authorizations and Assessment & Authorization (A&A) activities.
• Experience leading cybersecurity efforts across multiple sites, programs, or geographically dispersed organizations.
• Active DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility required.
• Current DoD 8570-compliant certification required.

Technical & Leadership Skills

• Working knowledge of NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, DISA STIGs, SRGs, and related DoD or Intelligence Community security requirements.
• Experience developing and maintaining RMF documentation, including Security Plans, Risk Assessment Reports, and POA&Ms.
• Experience using cybersecurity and compliance tools such as eMASS, ACAS, SCAP Compliance Checker, Xacta, or similar platforms.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CISSP, CAP, CASP+, or similar advanced cybersecurity certification.
• Experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) programs or accreditation activities.
• Experience developing cybersecurity policies, procedures, and governance processes.
• Experience supporting multiple classified facilities or geographically dispersed operations.
• Experience leading cybersecurity process improvement initiatives.

Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Benefits: KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 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.