What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cyber Security Engineer position at KBR, Inc.?
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Cyber Security Engineer
KBR is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to support the Program Management Warfare (PMW) 200 Joint Technical Data Integration (JTDI) program. JTDI is a U.S. Navy program of Joint interest. This role will support the U.S. Army element of the program. JTDI’s Army team focuses on supporting technical and other data transport to and from ground and aviation forces as well as cutting-edge Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) efforts to advance cybersecurity practices and solutions for the U.S. Army's advanced systems. This role involves full-spectrum cybersecurity research, analysis, and engineering for various air and ground platforms, including the Black Hawk, Apache, Chinook, Stryker, and Bradley, among others. The ideal candidate will collaborate with project teams to ensure compliance with Army, Navy, and Department of Defense (DoD) regulations while developing and analyzing cybersecurity solutions for complex systems.
Responsibilities
Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with SSBI (Single Scope Background Investigation) completed in the last 6 years is preferred. Active Secret clearance with Top Secret eligibility is acceptable.
Certifications: CompTIA Security
Education & Experience
Preferred Qualifications
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 hours/week.
Compensation: $120,000-$156,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, and consideration of internal parity.
Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to employees in certain job titles or levels, as per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
KBR Benefits: KBR offers a range of competitive lifestyle benefits, including a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D coverage, a flexible spending account, disability coverage, paid time off, and a 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.
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Cyber Security Engineer
KBR is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to support the Program Management Warfare (PMW) 200 Joint Technical Data Integration (JTDI) program. JTDI is a U.S. Navy program of Joint interest. This role will support the U.S. Army element of the program. JTDI’s Army team focuses on supporting technical and other data transport to and from ground and aviation forces as well as cutting-edge Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) efforts to advance cybersecurity practices and solutions for the U.S. Army's advanced systems. This role involves full-spectrum cybersecurity research, analysis, and engineering for various air and ground platforms, including the Black Hawk, Apache, Chinook, Stryker, and Bradley, among others. The ideal candidate will collaborate with project teams to ensure compliance with Army, Navy, and Department of Defense (DoD) regulations while developing and analyzing cybersecurity solutions for complex systems.
Responsibilities
- Conduct full-spectrum cybersecurity research and software data analysis for the Program Management Warfare 200 Joint Technical Data Integration (JTDI) program, supporting systems such as the Black Hawk, Apache, Chinook, Stryker, Bradley, and more.
- Lead the design, development, and analysis of cybersecurity products, ensuring compliance with required security approaches, certified material solutions, and approved development processes.
- Perform cybersecurity engineering analyses and functional testing to validate the suitability and sustainability of implemented security solutions.
- Perform Risk Management Framework (RMF) tasks, evaluate cybersecurity impacts on operational platforms, and support cyber test planning and risk assessments.
- Create and maintain cybersecurity documentation, including Security Assessment Plans (SAPs), cyber test plans, eMASS authorization packages, and cybersecurity strategies for systems.
- Conduct cyber test exercises, assess results, and provide recommendations for risk mitigation through Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&M), ensuring continuous updates throughout the system lifecycle.
Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with SSBI (Single Scope Background Investigation) completed in the last 6 years is preferred. Active Secret clearance with Top Secret eligibility is acceptable.
Certifications: CompTIA Security
Education & Experience
- BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related technical field, and 5 years of relevant experience
- OR AS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related technical field and 9 years of relevant experience
- OR High School Diploma and 12 years of relevant experience
- Additional certifications, advanced education, etc, accepted in lieu of degree.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting the JTDI program with PMW 200
- Experience supporting the U.S. Navy’s cybersecurity architecture
- Experience supporting the U.S. Army
- Experience with numerous CS technologies and policy organization
- Background in specific cyber technology such as Cross Domain Solutions, Multiple Levels of Security (MLS), End Point Security Services (ESS), Identity Management Solutions, Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Mobile Device Management, Wireless Security Solutions, COMSEC, Cryptography, or other emerging cyber technology solutions areas
- Hands-on experience with system design, cyber test exercises, and vulnerability management.
- Familiarity with NAVAIR's CS Safety (CYBERSAFE) framework and related documentation.
- CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 hours/week.
Compensation: $120,000-$156,000. The salary range posted is based on the national average. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, and consideration of internal parity.
Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to employees in certain job titles or levels, as per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
KBR Benefits: KBR offers a range of competitive lifestyle benefits, including a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D coverage, a flexible spending account, disability coverage, paid time off, and a 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.
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Salary : $120,000 - $156,000