Chief Information Security Officer

KBR, Inc.

Chief Information Security Officer Director providing enterprise leadership for cybersecurity at KBR. Defining and executing global corporate information security strategy to safeguard systems and data.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeDubai • 🇦🇪 United Arab EmiratesLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define, lead, and execute KBR’s information security strategy, operating model, and multiyear roadmap aligned with enterprise objectives
Serve as the enterprise authority on cyber risk, threat posture, and resilience, advising executive leadership on risk-based decision making
Establish and maintain corporate information security policies, standards, and governance aligned to frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOX ITGCs, GDPR, Australia and UK data protection requirements
Oversee enterprise-wide risk management and compliance: Conduct regular risk and information security assessments to identify security vulnerabilities and threats, both internal and external
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and security controls to reduce and manage identified risks
Monitor compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations related to information security
Lead incident response and breach management, including executive communications, regulatory coordination, and post incident remediation
Partner with IT and Digital teams to embed secure by design practices into cloud adoption, enterprise applications (ERP, HRIS, CRM), data platforms, and automation initiatives
Oversee third party and supplier cyber risk management for vendors and technology partners
Support enterprise initiatives including M&A, divestitures, and system integrations from a cybersecurity and risk perspective
Build, lead, and develop a high performing global information security organization
Drive enterprise-wide security awareness, training, and accountability to strengthen KBR’s cyber culture
Collaborate across regions and functions in alignment with KBR’s team of teams operating model

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information security, engineering, or a related field
Progressive professional experience in information security, IT risk, or technology leadership
Proven ability leading enterprise or cybersecurity programs in a global organization
Expertise securing IT environments, including cloud, SaaS, identity, and enterprise applications
Executive level communication skills with the ability to translate technical risk into business impact
Professional certifications preferably CISSP, CISM, or CRISC
Master’s degree or MBA (preferred)
Proficiency supporting public company environments, including SOX and internal audit collaboration
Competency leading information protection initiatives and building security culture in an international organization
Cloud security expertise (AWS, Azure, or similar platforms)
Demonstrated capacity in supporting large scale digital transformation or enterprise modernization initiatives
Proven success operating within a matrixed, multinational organization
Effective leadership presence with the ability to influence

Benefits

Comp & perks

Background Check Required

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Hard Skills & Tools

Information SecurityRisk ManagementSecurity AssessmentsIncident ResponseRisk Mitigation StrategiesCompliance MonitoringCybersecurity ProgramsDigital TransformationSecurity ControlsData Protection

Soft Skills

Leadership PresenceInfluencing SkillsCollaborationCommunication SkillsTraining and Awareness

Certifications

CISSPCISMCRISCMaster’s DegreeMBA