Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Provide expert-level security consulting, assessments, and advisory services to clients across multiple compliance frameworks including CMMC, ensuring security practice implementations meet required standards. | Requires 5+ years cybersecurity experience, 5+ years management experience, CMMC Certified Assessor, strong communication skills, and ability to work remotely with multiple stakeholders. | Job Description Readiness Delivered. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions—always striving to do the right thing. As a Security Consultant for Kratos’ Commercial Cybersecurity Services division, working in a remote setting, you will be supporting teams of professionals working to evaluate and secure a wide-range of environments within some of the most advanced, leading-edge organizations in the world. The ideal candidate will have a firm understanding of how to apply the principles of information security in a variety of circumstances and expertise translating security requirements into common technical implementations. Experience working across multiple compliance frameworks (CMMC, FedRAMP, DoD SRG, NIST, PCI, ISO, HIPAA, SOC, CJIS, etc.) is highly desirable. Do you want to be on the front lines of securing the nation’s defense supply chain from cyber crime, theft, espionage and other threats? Helping small to large leading-edge organizations in the defense industrial base (DIB) secure their environments is at the core of what we do. Responsibilities: General • Expert-level knowledge of the CMMC framework, including practice requirements and the assessment methodology. • Regularly obtains continuing education necessary to maintain certifications and/or meet qualifications requirements. • Proactively maintains up-to-date knowledge of industry trends to enhance skills and abilities. • Independently and proactively communicates progress on tasks and deliverables. • Applies quality control practices to work product in advance of submission for quality assurance review. • Takes ownership of opportunities to improve current service offerings. Assessor • Provide critical input into the development of assessment artifacts including the Assessment Plan, Daily Checkpoint Logs, Risk Traceability Matrix, and Security Assessment Report and briefing. • Conduct client interviews and participate in working sessions to assess the technical and operational adequacy and sufficiency of security practice implementations. • Collaborate effectively within dynamic teams and across multiple customer organizations with diverse personalities and expertise to drive agreement on complex issues. • Effectively document successful and unsuccessful security practice implementations that appropriately reflect testing methodologies and evidence used to determine security practice implementation effectiveness. • Effectively cross-walk multiple sources of evidence (artifacts, demonstrations, interviews, and tests) to assess the maturity of practice implementation throughout an organization. Advisor • Conduct diagnostic/discovery sessions to gain an understanding of security architecture and practice implementations. • Leverage understanding of security architecture and practice implementations to identify gaps and develop supporting documentation. • Work with multiple internal and external stakeholders to assess and identify security compliance gaps and propose technical and operational remediation solutions. • Provide consultative reviews of security documentation with accompanying remediation or enhancement recommendations. • Collaborative effectively within dynamic teams and across multiple customer organizations with diverse personalities and expertise to drive agreement on complex issues. Experience And Skills • Cybersecurity Experience: 5 or more years of hands-on work in a cybersecurity role (e.g., CISO, Red Team member, SOC analyst). • Management Experience: 5 or more years of experience in a management or leadership role. • Assessment/Audit Experience: 3 or more years participating on teams conducting internal or external compliance audits. • CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA) • Tier 3 suitability (or Secret clearance or higher) • Ability and willingness to learn and support other security compliance frameworks. • Ability to successfully pass security framework certification requirements. • Broad based IT background with a technical understanding of networks, protocols, security configuration, cryptography and identity and access management. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including an ability to translate technical concepts and issues into non-technical or layman's terms. • Ability to successfully deliver on multiple, simultaneous tasks. Preferred Skills/Experience: • Local to the Washington DC metro area • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) • Certified Information Systems Security Officer (CISSO) • Certified Penetration Testing Engineer (CPTE) • Cybersecurity Analyst+ (CySA+) • Federal IT Security Professional–Auditor (FITSP-A) • GIAC Cloud Security Automation (GCSA) • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) • CISSP – Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (CISSP-ISSEP) • GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC) • GIAC Systems and Network Auditor (GSNA) Competitive salary based on experience and education Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings—from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And we always deliver. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Job Benefits • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage • Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance • 401(k) Savings Plan • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) • Paid Time-Off (PTO) • Holidays • Education Reimbursement Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. EEO Is The Law Disability Accessibility Accommodation If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded. Pay Transparency The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Job Applicant Privacy Notice For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.

Lead and coordinate strategic internal projects to improve operational performance and organizational effectiveness. | Requires strong project management experience in operational environments, ability to lead multiple projects, and coordinate across departments with preferred PMP certification and 5+ years experience. | Job Description GENERAL JOB SUMMARY: The Operations Project Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating strategic internal projects across Technical Directions Inc. (TDI). Unlike customer-facing Program Managers, this position focuses on initiatives that improve operational performance, organizational effectiveness, business processes, facility readiness, and overall execution capability. The Operations Project Manager serves as the central coordinator for cross-functional initiatives spanning Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Facilities, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Program Management. The role ensures projects are planned, executed, tracked, and completed in alignment with company objectives, operational priorities, and executive expectations. Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, this position supports strategic business initiatives, operational readiness activities, process improvements, system implementations, facility projects, organizational development efforts, and continuous business improvement initiatives. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Strategic Project Leadership • Lead internal operational and business projects from concept through implementation and closure. • Develop project schedules, milestones, budgets, resource plans, and implementation strategies. • Drive execution of strategic initiatives identified by executive leadership. • Monitor project performance and proactively address schedule, cost, and resource constraints. • Facilitate executive decision-making through clear reporting, issue escalation, and risk management. Cross-Functional Integration • Coordinate activities across Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, Facilities, HR, and IT. • Establish project ownership, accountability, and due dates. • Facilitate project meetings, action-item tracking, and follow-up activities. • Remove barriers impacting project execution and organizational objectives. • Promote collaboration and communication across functional teams. Operational Improvement & Business Process Development • Coordinate process improvement initiatives supporting safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity objectives. • Assist functional leaders with process standardization and workflow improvements. • Support development and maintenance of standard operating procedures, work instructions, and business processes. • Facilitate project teams focused on improving operational performance and organizational effectiveness. • Develop project metrics, dashboards, and status reporting tools. Business Systems & Organizational Readiness • Support implementation of business systems, operational tools, reporting platforms, and process improvements. • Coordinate system deployment projects, training activities, and process changes. • Partner with functional leaders to improve system utilization and organizational adoption. • Support operational readiness initiatives associated with growth, facility improvements, and business expansion. Quality, Compliance & Documentation Support • Support quality, compliance, documentation, and process improvement initiatives. • Coordinate corrective action, audit preparation, and organizational improvement projects. • Ensure project deliverables are documented, communicated, and integrated into business processes. • Support documentation control and continuous improvement efforts across the organization. Project Governance & Reporting • Develop and maintain Integrated Master Project Plans. • Manage project risks, issues, action items, and decision logs. • Prepare executive-level project updates, dashboards, and status reports. • Support Monthly Operating Reviews, Strategic Planning Reviews, and Executive Staff Meetings. • Maintain visibility and transparency of project performance across the organization. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY • No direct reports initially. • Leads cross-functional teams through influence, coordination, and accountability. • May provide oversight to project coordinators, analysts, or administrative support personnel as assigned. Experience And Skills KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Required • Strong project management experience in manufacturing, construction, industrial, engineering, fabrication, or operational environments. • Demonstrated ability to lead multiple concurrent projects in fast-paced environments. • Strong organizational, communication, and facilitation skills. • Ability to coordinate activities across multiple departments and stakeholders. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. • Ability to drive accountability without direct authority. Preferred • Experience with project scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning. • Experience supporting process improvement and operational initiatives. • Knowledge of manufacturing operations and project execution methodologies. • PMP, CAPM, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent project management certification. • Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or industrial environments. Required EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE • Associate's Degree in Business, Operations, Project Management, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or related discipline; Bachelor's Degree preferred. • 5+ years of project management, operations, manufacturing, construction, engineering, supply chain, or related experience. • Demonstrated success managing multiple cross-functional projects simultaneously. Preferred • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field. • PMP, CAPM, or equivalent project management certification. • Experience supporting organizational growth, operational improvement, or business transformation initiatives. THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED. A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE INCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY. THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES. EEO/M/F/D/V Job Benefits • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage • Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance • 401(k) Savings Plan • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) • Paid Time-Off (PTO) • Holidays • Education Reimbursement Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. EEO Is The Law Disability Accessibility Accommodation If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded. Pay Transparency The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Job Applicant Privacy Notice For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.