KBR, Inc.
Title
Cyber Security Engineer
Overview KBR’s National Security Solutions 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. KBR is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to join our Evolved Strategic Systems (ESS) program in El Segundo, CA. Due to security requirements, work is required to be on‑site in a secure facility. KBR (formerly LinQuest) is the prime contractor on the MSEIT contract and partners with subcontractors on the MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort for the Space Force’s Space Systems Command, supporting acquisition of state‑of‑the‑art Military Satellite Communications systems.
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.
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
Perform systems engineering activities in cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment & Authorization (A&A) in accordance with DoDI 8510.01.
Perform cryptographic System Security Engineering (SSE) in compliance with NSA requirements and regulations.
Define security requirements, architecture, and design for embedded and large‑scale, distributed DoD space and ground control systems.
Apply risk management concepts to mitigate vulnerabilities in system security architectures.
Interface with the Space Force customer, system stakeholders, and external contractors to coordinate cybersecurity and cryptographic requirements and architecture flow‑down from the system level to individual elements.
Support integration activities of cybersecurity for space and ground networks.
Participate and propose inputs for verification and validation of cybersecurity requirements.
Perform cybersecurity planning and scheduling for RMF and coordinate efforts to categorize and assign impact values for confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems per CNSSI 1253 to produce a tailored set of RMF security controls per NIST 800‑53.
Provide critical inputs to the Program Protection Plan and assist in identification of Critical Program Information (CPI) / Critical Components (CC).
Provide critical inputs to Cybersecurity Strategies and assist government with milestone approvals.
Work Environment
Location: On‑site
Travel Requirements: Minimal
Working Hours: Standard
Qualifications Required
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.
BS in a technical field (engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science) or equivalent MS.
2+ years of experience in Systems Engineering Architecture/Design.
2+ years of experience in Information Assurance (IA)/Cyber Security.
Provide cybersecurity inputs to the Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) and coordinate Cybersecurity Test and Evaluation (T&E) requirements/activities with stakeholders.
Lead Mission‑Based Cybersecurity Risk Assessments (MBCRA) and provide Mission Impact Analysis and recommendations to the program office.
Understanding of SD lifecycle phases (concept, development, production, use, support, retirement).
Understanding of modern computing architectures (CI/CD, microservices, cloud, container technologies).
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and team‑building skills.
Strong writing and oral presentation skills; ability to produce final‑version technical documents and reports.
Background in software design.
Desired
BS or MS degree in IA/Cyber Security.
Master’s degree in a technical field.
Experience working on DoD programs.
Proficient understanding of RMF process.
Familiarity with Cybersecurity Requirements Verification and Validation (IV&V).
Familiarity with NIST 800‑53 and CNSSI 1253 RMF Analysis and Accreditation.
Familiarity with Network Engineering.
Familiarity with Communications Systems.
Familiarity with Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E).
Security certification (CISSP).
TS/SCI clearance.
Additional Requirements
Due to security requirements, work is required to be on‑site in a secure facility.
Basic Compensation $110,000 to $150,000 in California (based on selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and internal parity).
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.
KBR Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401(k) 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.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at KBR, Inc. by 2x.
Seniority Level Entry Level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Information Technology
Industries IT Services and IT Consulting
R2114137
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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Overview KBR’s National Security Solutions 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. KBR is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to join our Evolved Strategic Systems (ESS) program in El Segundo, CA. Due to security requirements, work is required to be on‑site in a secure facility. KBR (formerly LinQuest) is the prime contractor on the MSEIT contract and partners with subcontractors on the MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort for the Space Force’s Space Systems Command, supporting acquisition of state‑of‑the‑art Military Satellite Communications systems.
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.
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
Perform systems engineering activities in cybersecurity, Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment & Authorization (A&A) in accordance with DoDI 8510.01.
Perform cryptographic System Security Engineering (SSE) in compliance with NSA requirements and regulations.
Define security requirements, architecture, and design for embedded and large‑scale, distributed DoD space and ground control systems.
Apply risk management concepts to mitigate vulnerabilities in system security architectures.
Interface with the Space Force customer, system stakeholders, and external contractors to coordinate cybersecurity and cryptographic requirements and architecture flow‑down from the system level to individual elements.
Support integration activities of cybersecurity for space and ground networks.
Participate and propose inputs for verification and validation of cybersecurity requirements.
Perform cybersecurity planning and scheduling for RMF and coordinate efforts to categorize and assign impact values for confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems per CNSSI 1253 to produce a tailored set of RMF security controls per NIST 800‑53.
Provide critical inputs to the Program Protection Plan and assist in identification of Critical Program Information (CPI) / Critical Components (CC).
Provide critical inputs to Cybersecurity Strategies and assist government with milestone approvals.
Work Environment
Location: On‑site
Travel Requirements: Minimal
Working Hours: Standard
Qualifications Required
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.
BS in a technical field (engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science) or equivalent MS.
2+ years of experience in Systems Engineering Architecture/Design.
2+ years of experience in Information Assurance (IA)/Cyber Security.
Provide cybersecurity inputs to the Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) and coordinate Cybersecurity Test and Evaluation (T&E) requirements/activities with stakeholders.
Lead Mission‑Based Cybersecurity Risk Assessments (MBCRA) and provide Mission Impact Analysis and recommendations to the program office.
Understanding of SD lifecycle phases (concept, development, production, use, support, retirement).
Understanding of modern computing architectures (CI/CD, microservices, cloud, container technologies).
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and team‑building skills.
Strong writing and oral presentation skills; ability to produce final‑version technical documents and reports.
Background in software design.
Desired
BS or MS degree in IA/Cyber Security.
Master’s degree in a technical field.
Experience working on DoD programs.
Proficient understanding of RMF process.
Familiarity with Cybersecurity Requirements Verification and Validation (IV&V).
Familiarity with NIST 800‑53 and CNSSI 1253 RMF Analysis and Accreditation.
Familiarity with Network Engineering.
Familiarity with Communications Systems.
Familiarity with Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E).
Security certification (CISSP).
TS/SCI clearance.
Additional Requirements
Due to security requirements, work is required to be on‑site in a secure facility.
Basic Compensation $110,000 to $150,000 in California (based on selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and internal parity).
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.
KBR Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401(k) 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.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at KBR, Inc. by 2x.
Seniority Level Entry Level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Information Technology
Industries IT Services and IT Consulting
R2114137
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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