KBR, Inc

Security Controls Accessor Representative (SCAR)

KBR, Inc$147K — $220K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 15 years of technical experience or 18 years of technical experience without a degree
  • Active Secret Clearance
  • Minimum IAT Level II certification required
  • Preferred IAT/IAM Level III certification
  • Strong understanding of NIST 800-37 and Risk Management Framework (RMF) principles
  • Experience in conducting independent risk assessments and compliance evaluations.

Responsibilities

  • Perform independent risk assessments and provide recommendations to Authorizing Official (AO)
  • Evaluate system architectures, enterprise networks, and cloud environments for security impact and compliance
  • Lead RMF-based assessments including SAPs, SARs, POA&Ms, and authorization packages
  • Advise program managers and DHA leadership on system risk posture
  • Support continuous monitoring and Ongoing Authorization (OA) processes
  • Document findings and develop comprehensive assessment plans
  • Collaborate with technical teams and communicate risks and mitigation strategies to non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

  • 401K plan with company match
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • Life insurance and AD&D coverage
  • Flexible spending account
  • Disability insurance
  • Paid time off and flexible work schedule
  • Opportunities for career advancement through professional training and development.
Full Job Description
Title:
Security Controls Accessor Representative (SCAR)

Job Description:
KBR is seeking a Security Controls Assessor Representative (SCAR) to conduct independent, comprehensive assessments of an information system's management, operational, and technical security controls in support of the Defense Health Agency (DHA) mission. This role ensures compliance with standards such as NIST 800-37 and Risk Management Framework (RMF), and makes a risk-based recommendation for Authorization to Operate (ATO) decisions.

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Perform independent risk assessments and provide recommendations to Authorizing Official (AO)
  • Evaluate system architectures, enterprise networks, and cloud environments for security impact and compliance
  • Lead RMF-based assessments (SAPs, SARs, POA&Ms, authorization packages)
  • Advise program managers, senior DHA leadership, and stakeholders on system risk posture
  • Support continuous monitoring and Ongoing Authorization (OA) processes
  • Document findings, develop assessment plans, and deliver reports
  • Collaborate with technical teams and non-technical stakeholders to communicate risks and mitigation strategies
  • CISSP, CISM, CASP is desired


Basic Qualifications:
  • A Bachelor's degree and 15 years of technical experience, or 18 years of technical experience
  • Active Secret Clearance
  • Minimum of an IAT Level II certification is required


Preferred Qualifications:
  • IAT/IAM Level III certification is preferred


Travel

Travel required up to 25%, sometimes with little notice

Employment Type

Full-time, core hours, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Compensation: $147,200.00 - $220,800.00. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The offered rate will be based on contract affordability, the selected candidate's location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, and in consideration of internal parity.

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.

About KBR, Inc

KBR, Inc is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company provides services to customers in the energy, chemical, and government sectors, among others. KBR has a global presence, with operations in over 40 countries. The company was founded in 1901 as M.W. Kellogg Company and has undergone several name changes and mergers since then. KBR is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers while also being a responsible corporate citizen.
Learn more about KBR, Inc
Size
28,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$72 million
Founded
1919
5 Year Trend
+11.5%
Revenue
$5.7 billion
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