Cyber & Cross Domain Solution (CDS) Systems Engineer

KBR Careers; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 148,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking an experienced Cyber & Cross Domain Solution (CDS) Systems Engineer to support the Space Systems Command (SSC) under the MSEIT contract. The role focuses on defining, evaluating, and integrating secure data movement and cybersecurity strategies across IL5, IL6, air-gapped environments, and Mission Partner Environment (MPE).

The position involves evaluating CDS architectures, leveraging cloud-native capabilities, and guiding cybersecurity initiatives across DoD environments.

Qualifications

• DoD clearance or ability to obtain/maintain required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field as listed.
• 10+ years in cybersecurity, CDS, secure system integration, or mission assurance in DoD environments.
• Strong knowledge of CDS architectures and secure data movement.
• Experience across multiple classified/mission networks and IL5/IL6 environments.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, define, and support CDS implementation for mission data flows across security domains.
• Assess CDS technologies: traditional CDS, data diodes, cloud-native security, secure transfer architectures.
• Coordinate data movement across IL5/IL6, air-gapped, and MPE environments.
• Identify opportunities to leverage enterprise services while defining new CDS capabilities.
• Collaborate with software, infrastructure, DevSecOps, and operations teams to satisfy cybersecurity objectives.
• Improve CI/CD vulnerability remediation, CVE management, and secure software delivery practices.
• Contribute to cyber strategy, roadmaps, and mission assurance approaches.
• Support PPP activities, risk assessments, and cyber readiness events.
• Coordinate with cyber organizations and government leadership for alignment.

Skills

DoD security clearance

Cross Domain Solutions familiarity

Cybersecurity integration

DevSecOps experience

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, information systems or related field

Master’s degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, information systems or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Mission Partner Environment (MPE)

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR is seeking an experienced Cyber & Cross Domain Solution (CDS) Systems Engineer to support the MSEIT contract at Space Systems Command (SSC).

This role focuses on defining, evaluating, integrating, and supporting secure data movement and cybersecurity strategies across multiple mission and operational environments supporting U.S. Space Force capabilities.

The position will help guide the program’s cross-domain and cybersecurity approach across environments including IL5, IL6, air-gapped mission systems, and Mission Partner Environment (MPE). The role includes evaluating existing Cross Domain Solutions (CDSs), leveraging emerging technologies and cloud-native capabilities where appropriate, and helping define future CDS architectures and implementation strategies.

The role also supports broader cybersecurity initiatives including CI/CD vulnerability remediation workflows, cyber strategy development, program protection planning, operational cyber exercises, and mission assurance activities.

Responsibilities

• Cross Domain Solution Strategy – Evaluate, define, and support implementation of Cross Domain Solutions (CDSs) supporting mission and operational data flows across multiple security domains.
• CDS Architecture Support – Assess existing and emerging CDS technologies including:
  • Traditional CDS platforms
  • Data diodes
  • Cloud-native security and data movement capabilities
  • Mission-specific secure transfer architectures
• Multi-Domain Coordination – Support data movement and integration strategies across:
  • IL5 environments
  • IL6 environments
  • Air-gapped mission systems
  • Mission Partner Environment (MPE)
• Technology Evaluation – Help identify opportunities to leverage existing enterprise services and technologies while defining new CDS capabilities where required.
• Cybersecurity Integration – Work with software, infrastructure, DevSecOps, and operational teams to ensure cybersecurity requirements remain aligned with mission delivery objectives.
• CI/CD Vulnerability Remediation – Support improvement of CI/CD vulnerability remediation processes, CVE management workflows, and secure software delivery practices.
• Cyber Strategy Support – Participate in development and refinement of cyber strategies, security roadmaps, and mission assurance approaches across the program.
• Program Protection Planning – Contribute cybersecurity expertise to Program Protection Plan (PPP) activities, risk assessments, and system protection discussions.
• Cyber Exercise Participation – Support COOP exercises, cyber readiness activities, operational risk reviews, and related mission assurance events.
• Stakeholder Coordination – Interface with cyber organizations, operational stakeholders, software teams, infrastructure teams, and Government leadership to support cybersecurity alignment across the program.

Work Environment

• Location: El Segundo, CA or Colorado Springs, CO (Work-from-home with on-site support as required)
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Standard

Required

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, information systems or related technical field
• 10+ years of experience supporting cybersecurity, cross-domain solutions, secure system integration, or mission assurance activities within DoD environments
• Strong understanding of Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) and secure data movement architectures
• Experience working across multiple classified and mission network environments
• Familiarity with IL5, IL6, air-gapped systems, and/or Mission Partner Environment (MPE)
• Experience supporting cybersecurity activities within modern software delivery or DevSecOps environments
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, CVE remediation processes, and vulnerability management workflows
• Experience participating in cyber strategy, mission assurance, or system protection activities
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills across technical, operational, and Government organizations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Desired

• Active Secret or higher clearance
• Master’s degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, information systems or related technical field
• Experience supporting Space Systems Command (SSC), Space Operations Command (SpOC/CFC), or related U.S. Space Force programs
• Familiarity with cloud-native security architectures and Kubernetes-based mission platforms
• Experience evaluating or integrating data diodes or hardware-enforced secure transfer solutions
• Familiarity with RMF, continuous monitoring, cATO, or related cybersecurity authorization approaches
• Experience supporting Program Protection Plans (PPP), cybersecurity assessments, or operational risk evaluations
• Familiarity with SATCOM systems, mission systems, or operational C2 environments
• Experience supporting hybrid Government/contractor integration environments
• Familiarity with cyber operations exercises, continuity planning, or operational resilience activities
• Experience supporting multi-domain operational environments or coalition mission systems
• Exposure to AI-enabled mission systems or secure AI infrastructure environments
• Experience supporting software factory or cloud-native delivery ecosystems
• Familiarity with automated policy enforcement, runtime security, or zero-trust architectures
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CASP+, Security+, or related cybersecurity credentials
• Certifications such as INCOSE CSEP/ESEP

Basic Compensation:

$162,000 - $200,000 in El Segundo and $148,000 - $185,000 in Colorado Springs

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 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.

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.

R2128786