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Cyber Security Engineer
KBR · Mooresville, Alabama, United States
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In short
The Cyber Security Engineer will manage and administer Authority to Operate (ATO) packages and support the assessment of system confidentiality, integrity, and availability. They will also serve as a primary point of contact for disseminating cybersecurity policies and enforcing DOD and Army standards across the STARE portfolio.
What they're looking for
MUST-HAVE SKILLS
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Candidates must possess an active Secret Clearance and a Bachelor's degree with at least 10 years of related work experience. Proficiency in DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) and familiarity with DoD cybersecurity practices are required.
About the employer
KBR, Inc.
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- Does it sponsor visas?
- Listed as no visa sponsorship.
- What experience does it ask for?
- Listed as 10+ years.
The posting, in full
Cyber Security Engineer At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.
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Cyber Security Engineer
At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.
Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.
Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.
Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.
Program Summary
KBR’s Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of War, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.
Job Summary
KBR is seeking a Cybersecurity analyst to support the Army’s Search Track Acquire Radiate Eliminate (STARE) Product Office to support STARE’s Cybersecurity (CS) project staff, engineers, and customers. This position will be located at Redstone Arsenal, AL. The primary duty is to provide support across the STARE portfolio, which includes efforts for Army Air and Missile Defense sensors.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Support the management and administration of an Authority to Operate (ATO) packages. This position requires an understanding of CS to tactical networks, systems, security practices, and the application of CS concepts.
- Participates, as a team member, within the assessment of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data through the coordination, planning, analysis, development, implementation, and enhancement of Cybersecurity programs, policies, procedures, and tools.
- Serves as the front-line team member to the organization’s Cybersecurity team supporting the dissemination and adherence to CS policies, procedures, guidance, and training requirements. Enforces DOD and Army CS standards and procedures for all phases of system lifecycle management process and assists in developing solutions to complex problems.
- Assist in the administrative management support of STARE Product Office by carrying out and responding in a timely manner to CS tasks and requests; and manage internal STARE CS work tasks.
- Develop and maintain relationships between Program/Project Management Offices, STARE program staff, and outside organizations to ensure proper communication, development and deployment of Cybersecurity technologies, products, and systems.
- Assist in preparing briefing materials, supporting engineering and development meetings, coordinating security testing events, scheduling, and supporting teleconferences and video teleconferences and other administrative support tasks as directed.
- Coordinate regularly with staff performing similar functions within Program Executive Office, Missiles and Space (PEO MS) STARE Product Office.
- Expectation of travel is approximately 25%.
Basic Qualifications
- Active Secret Clearance.
- Bachelor’s Degree, 10+ years of related work experience required.
- DISA Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of cumulative experience in DoD information technology and Cybersecurity practices.
- 3+ year of cumulative experience in Authorization & Accreditation (A&A) package management.
- 1+ year of independent experience in all six steps of the Risk Management Framework (RMF). lifecycle.
- 1+ years of related experience in Army Cybersecurity processes and procedures.
- 1+ years of experience with Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) solutions.
- Familiarity with industry Cybersecurity policies and procedures (NIST SP 800-53, 800-37, etc.)
- Experience working both independently and as a team to accomplish short notice, high priority tasks directed by senior leadership.
- Experience applying problem solving techniques to complex government problems related to adapting enterprise solutions to tactical systems and devices.
- Good understanding of the cybersecurity processes, procedures, regulations, and governance.
- Experience applying and adapting traditional CS requirements to non-standard projects and solutions.
- 1+ years of experience with using security vulnerability and scanning tools (ACAS, STIG Viewer, Evaluate_STIG, SCAP, ect.).
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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