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KBR, Inc.

Big Data Systems Engineer (Remote)

KBR, Inc., Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824

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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. Title

Big Data Systems Engineer (Remote) KBR is seeking a Big Data Systems Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be part of the KBR team supporting the Test Resource Management Center’s (TRMC) Big Data (BD) and Knowledge Management (KM) Team deploying BD and KM systems for DoD testing Ranges and various acquisition programs. Responsibilities

The Big Data Systems Engineer will work on the deployment and integration of a highly visible data analytic project called Cloud Hybrid Edge-to-Enterprise Evaluation Test & Analysis Suite (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. You will be the frontline interface that customers will have when first experiencing CHEETAS within their DoD Range and lab environments. This position will require you to work closely with system administrators and software developers to communicate, document and ultimately resolve deployment issues as they arise. You will 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 on the deployment and integration of CHEETAS at multiple DoD ranges and labs. Deploy CHEETAS within customer environments. 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 - The candidate can either work in one of KBR’s facilities or work from home, with a stable internet connection. Travel Requirements: This position is anticipated to require travel of 25% with surges possible 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

Must have an active TS/SCI Security Clearance to be considered for this position. This position requires a 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 due to the breadth of knowledge necessary to be successful in the position. Three (3) years of hands-on experience in the integration with and configuration of SQL Server Big Data Cluster, CentOS, Ubuntu, RedHat, Windows Server, VMWare, etc. Five (5) years of hands-on experience in big data environments. Adept at deploying and configuring Big Data and Knowledge Management tools in an enterprise environment. Extensive technical expertise in the configuration and troubleshooting of big data ecosystems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and comfort 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. Comfortable working with a wide range of stakeholders and functional teams at various levels of experience. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills and strong personal motivation are necessary to succeed in this position. Experience with installation, configuration, integration with and usage of tools/technologies: NFS, SMB, S3, SQL Server, Windows Server, Windows 10/11, Linux (CentOS, Ubuntu, RedHat). Prepared to learn new business processes or CHEETAS application nuances every Agile sprint release (roughly every 6 weeks) prior to deploying to customer sites. Ability to problem solve, debug, and troubleshoot under pressure and time constraints. Ability to communicate technical topics to both experts and non-experts at management and technical levels. Ability to work independently and provide recommendations for optimal design, analysis, and development. Excellent verbal communications skills; will interact with project technical lead, government leads, and end users while away from other team members. Excellent testing, debugging and problem-solving skills. Experience designing, building, integrating with and maintaining big data systems and solutions. Ability to speak and present findings to large groups. Ability to document and repeat procedures. Travel expectation: 25% with potential surges up to 50% to support DoD Ranges and Labs across the United States. Preferred Qualifications

Experience in government/defense labs and 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 teach and 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, experience, clearance level, contract affordability and internal parity. Additional Compensation

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation per internal policy or contractual designation. This may include sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let’s shape the future together. Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR. At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. This informs all that we do and is central to our commitment to being a People First company. 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. R2094453

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