KBR, Inc.
Title
Crypto Systems Engineer
Support the Directorate by evaluating and certifying the implementation, integration, and embedment of cryptography and cryptographic‑related cyber security solutions into customer‑owned or controlled Space systems, through robust cryptographic security engineering and information systems security engineering disciplines.
Why Join Us?
Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
Key Responsibilities
Investigating and applying evolutionary and revolutionary technologies for the advancement of network architecture, development of security and management enablers, and establishment of an associated test environment.
Coordinating cryptographic certification activities with the designated space responsible office, ensuring solutions that obtain timely certification.
Reviewing Systems Key Management Plans (SKMP) and Key Generation Management Plans and Procedures (KGMPP).
Evaluating and maximizing the use of Commercial Off‑The‑Shelf crypto‑enabled products.
Supporting senior leadership in technical discussions and evaluations.
Providing liaison support and promoting communication between the customer and external program offices and agencies through meetings and conferences.
Developing and supporting briefing opportunities of interest for technology sponsors/mission partners.
Resolving programmatic and technical equipment issues involving customer programs, the IC community, and the military services.
Providing cryptographic risk assessment support for satellite programs to the designated approving official and/or Chief Information Security Officer.
Providing cyber security advice and assistance for Space and Terrestrial acquisition, and for operational components’ plans for the design, development, manufacture, acquisition, lease, launch, life‑cycle support or operation of any DoD Space system.
Requirements development for current and future high assurance cryptographic solutions.
Facilitating the staffing of crypto design documentation.
Tracking the work of other contracts related to requirements, issues, and schedules.
Delivering programmatic expertise as required.
Delivering cryptographic risk assessment support to programs.
Delivering implementation and integration support for key management systems.
Advising customer on crypto acquisition strategies.
Work Environment
Location: On‑site
Travel Requirements: Minimal
Working Hours: Standard
Required Qualifications
Clearance: Active TS/SCI with current Polygraph.
COMSEC: 5+ years experience with Crypto engineering / COMSEC.
Desired Qualifications
Military / DOD / IC space and ground experience.
Education: BS in engineering or related field.
KBR Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits including 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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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Support the Directorate by evaluating and certifying the implementation, integration, and embedment of cryptography and cryptographic‑related cyber security solutions into customer‑owned or controlled Space systems, through robust cryptographic security engineering and information systems security engineering disciplines.
Why Join Us?
Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
Key Responsibilities
Investigating and applying evolutionary and revolutionary technologies for the advancement of network architecture, development of security and management enablers, and establishment of an associated test environment.
Coordinating cryptographic certification activities with the designated space responsible office, ensuring solutions that obtain timely certification.
Reviewing Systems Key Management Plans (SKMP) and Key Generation Management Plans and Procedures (KGMPP).
Evaluating and maximizing the use of Commercial Off‑The‑Shelf crypto‑enabled products.
Supporting senior leadership in technical discussions and evaluations.
Providing liaison support and promoting communication between the customer and external program offices and agencies through meetings and conferences.
Developing and supporting briefing opportunities of interest for technology sponsors/mission partners.
Resolving programmatic and technical equipment issues involving customer programs, the IC community, and the military services.
Providing cryptographic risk assessment support for satellite programs to the designated approving official and/or Chief Information Security Officer.
Providing cyber security advice and assistance for Space and Terrestrial acquisition, and for operational components’ plans for the design, development, manufacture, acquisition, lease, launch, life‑cycle support or operation of any DoD Space system.
Requirements development for current and future high assurance cryptographic solutions.
Facilitating the staffing of crypto design documentation.
Tracking the work of other contracts related to requirements, issues, and schedules.
Delivering programmatic expertise as required.
Delivering cryptographic risk assessment support to programs.
Delivering implementation and integration support for key management systems.
Advising customer on crypto acquisition strategies.
Work Environment
Location: On‑site
Travel Requirements: Minimal
Working Hours: Standard
Required Qualifications
Clearance: Active TS/SCI with current Polygraph.
COMSEC: 5+ years experience with Crypto engineering / COMSEC.
Desired Qualifications
Military / DOD / IC space and ground experience.
Education: BS in engineering or related field.
KBR Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits including 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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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