COMSEC Policy Engineer

KBR Careers; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 243,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Training & development

Job summary

KBR’s Intel group seeks a COMSEC Policy Engineer to provide technical expertise to the Government and influence mission success. You will join a team delivering guidance, enforcement, and RMF-aligned policies across space and terrestrial COMSEC programs.

The role requires a Top Secret/SCI polygraph, 10+ years in space or COMSEC policy, and exceptional written communication. On-site work with potential minimal travel supports nationwide defense initiatives.

Qualifications

• Clearance: Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph.
• Education: BS in STEM degree.
• Experience: 10+ years’ experience in Space and Terrestrial and/or COMSEC policy.
• Skills: Superb communication & technical writing skills.
• DOD: Military / DOD / IC space and ground experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Government in establishment and enforcement of COMSEC policies.
• Ensure compliance and reporting consistent with Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Integrate Space & Terrestrial requirements into COMSEC policy.
• Review & develop program policies in support of COMSEC & Crypto programs.
• Author guidance, instructions and directives to support COMSEC requirements.
• Evaluate & make recommendations for modifications to existing processes.
• Analyze risk and recommend mitigations.
• Request adjudication for reportable incidents.
• Deliver metrics and trend analysis on incidents.
• Author or modify inspection checklists for COMSEC Officers.
• Participate in COMSEC Working Group & Space COMSEC Requirements Review.

Skills

Superb communication

Technical writing

Space/COMSEC policy knowledge

Education

BS in STEM degree

Job description

Title: COMSEC Policy Engineer

As a part of KBR’s Intel group, you work on some of the toughest, most interesting problems, and work with some of the top experts in the industry. A Systems Engineering Technical Advisor (SETA) provides technical expertise to the Government. By working hand-in-hand with your Government customer, you’ll have the opportunity to influence mission success to a greater degree than anywhere else.

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.

Basic Compensation

$162,000 - $243,000 USD annually The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Work Environment

Location: On-site

Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%

Working Hours: Standard/Flexible

Responsibilities may include:

• Assist the Government in establishment and enforcement of COMSEC policies
• Ensure compliance and reporting consistent with Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Integrate Space & Terrestrial requirements into COMSEC policy
• Review & develop program policies in support of COMSEC & Crypto programs
• Author guidance, instructions and directives to support COMSEC requirements
• Evaluate & make recommendations for modifications to existing processes
• Analyze risk and recommend mitigations
• Request adjudication for reportable incidents
• Deliver metrics and trend analysis on incidents
• Author or modify inspection checklists for COMSEC Officers
• Participate in COMSEC Working Group & Space COMSEC Requirements Review

Qualifications

• Clearance: Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph
• Education: BS in STEM degree
• Experience: 10+ years’ experience in Space and Terrestrial and/or COMSEC policy
• Skills: Superb communication & technical writing skills
• DOD: Military / DOD / IC space and ground experience

KBR Benefits

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.

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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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