KBR, Inc.
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Big Data Systems Engineer (Remote) Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! KBR’s National Security Solutions (NSS) team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security. Responsibilities
The Big Data Systems Engineer will work on the deployment and integration of a highly visible data analytic project called CHEETAS at multiple DoD ranges and labs. As a Big Data Systems Engineer, you will be a critical part of our technical team responsible for deploying CHEETAS within customer environments and serving as the frontline interface with customers during initial deployment. Will work closely with system administrators and software developers to communicate, document and resolve deployment issues as they arise. Deploy CHEETAS within disparate DoD testing ranges and acquisition programs environments (on different non-standard hardware stacks and integrated into different existing ecosystems), sometimes located within DoD vaults with no outside internet connectivity. Work Environment
Location: Remote – can work from home with a stable internet connection or from one of KBR’s facilities. Travel Requirements: Approximately 25% with surges up to 50% to support end users located at various DoD Ranges and Labs across the US (including Alaska and Hawaii). Working Hours: Standard Basic Qualifications/Knowledge
Active TS/SCI Security Clearance. Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics or related) and 10 years of DoD experience. Entry-level Big Data Engineers will NOT be considered. 3 years of hands-on experience with integration and configuration of SQL Server Big Data Cluster, CentOS, Ubuntu, RedHat, Windows Server, VMware, etc. 5 years of hands-on experience in big data environments. Experience deploying and configuring Big Data and Knowledge Management tools in an enterprise environment. Extensive technical expertise in configuration and troubleshooting of big data ecosystems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable assisting customers with installation and configuration of their big data infrastructure. Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to become a CHEETAS deployment subject matter expert. Ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders and teams at various levels of experience. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; strong personal motivation. Experience with installation, configuration, integration with and usage of NFS, SMB, S3, SQL Server, Windows Server, Windows 10/11, Linux (CentOS, Ubuntu, RedHat). Willingness to learn new business processes or CHEETAS nuances every Agile sprint release (roughly every 6 weeks) prior to deploying to customer sites. Ability to problem solve, debug, and troubleshoot under time constraints. Ability to present findings to both experts and non-experts at management and technical levels. Ability to work independently and provide recommendations for optimal design, analysis, and development. Experience communicating with project leads and end users while away from other team members. Experience designing, building, integrating with and maintaining both new and existing big data systems and solutions. Ability to document and repeat procedures. Travel requirement of ~25% with surges up to 50% to support end users located at various DoD Ranges and Labs across the United States. Preferred Qualifications
Experience in government/defense labs and their computing restrictions. Experience with major DoD acquisition programs. Knowledge of TENA, JMETC and distributed testing and training. Experience working in distributed team environments. Ability to mentor engineers with varying skill levels. Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies. Basic Compensation
$142,400 - $180,000 (Denver, CO Area) $148,900 - $200,000 (Los Angeles, CA Area) $148,900 - $200,000 (Washington, DC Area) The offered rate will be based on location, knowledge, skills, abilities and experience, clearance level, program affordability, and internal parity. Additional Compensation
KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation, including sign-on bonuses, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance, per internal policy or contractual designation. Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about making a significant impact in field of space defense and working on projects that matter, apply to join our team at KBR. Let’s shape the future 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 law.
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Big Data Systems Engineer (Remote) Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! KBR’s National Security Solutions (NSS) team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security. Responsibilities
The Big Data Systems Engineer will work on the deployment and integration of a highly visible data analytic project called CHEETAS at multiple DoD ranges and labs. As a Big Data Systems Engineer, you will be a critical part of our technical team responsible for deploying CHEETAS within customer environments and serving as the frontline interface with customers during initial deployment. Will work closely with system administrators and software developers to communicate, document and resolve deployment issues as they arise. Deploy CHEETAS within disparate DoD testing ranges and acquisition programs environments (on different non-standard hardware stacks and integrated into different existing ecosystems), sometimes located within DoD vaults with no outside internet connectivity. Work Environment
Location: Remote – can work from home with a stable internet connection or from one of KBR’s facilities. Travel Requirements: Approximately 25% with surges up to 50% to support end users located at various DoD Ranges and Labs across the US (including Alaska and Hawaii). Working Hours: Standard Basic Qualifications/Knowledge
Active TS/SCI Security Clearance. Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics or related) and 10 years of DoD experience. Entry-level Big Data Engineers will NOT be considered. 3 years of hands-on experience with integration and configuration of SQL Server Big Data Cluster, CentOS, Ubuntu, RedHat, Windows Server, VMware, etc. 5 years of hands-on experience in big data environments. Experience deploying and configuring Big Data and Knowledge Management tools in an enterprise environment. Extensive technical expertise in configuration and troubleshooting of big data ecosystems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable assisting customers with installation and configuration of their big data infrastructure. Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to become a CHEETAS deployment subject matter expert. Ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders and teams at various levels of experience. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; strong personal motivation. Experience with installation, configuration, integration with and usage of NFS, SMB, S3, SQL Server, Windows Server, Windows 10/11, Linux (CentOS, Ubuntu, RedHat). Willingness to learn new business processes or CHEETAS nuances every Agile sprint release (roughly every 6 weeks) prior to deploying to customer sites. Ability to problem solve, debug, and troubleshoot under time constraints. Ability to present findings to both experts and non-experts at management and technical levels. Ability to work independently and provide recommendations for optimal design, analysis, and development. Experience communicating with project leads and end users while away from other team members. Experience designing, building, integrating with and maintaining both new and existing big data systems and solutions. Ability to document and repeat procedures. Travel requirement of ~25% with surges up to 50% to support end users located at various DoD Ranges and Labs across the United States. Preferred Qualifications
Experience in government/defense labs and their computing restrictions. Experience with major DoD acquisition programs. Knowledge of TENA, JMETC and distributed testing and training. Experience working in distributed team environments. Ability to mentor engineers with varying skill levels. Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity policies. Basic Compensation
$142,400 - $180,000 (Denver, CO Area) $148,900 - $200,000 (Los Angeles, CA Area) $148,900 - $200,000 (Washington, DC Area) The offered rate will be based on location, knowledge, skills, abilities and experience, clearance level, program affordability, and internal parity. Additional Compensation
KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation, including sign-on bonuses, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance, per internal policy or contractual designation. Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about making a significant impact in field of space defense and working on projects that matter, apply to join our team at KBR. Let’s shape the future 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 law.
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