Desk Officer

KBR, Inc.; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 176,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. in Virginia is seeking a Desk Officer to support the National Security Solutions team. You will impact national security by guiding intelligence operations, managing critical information flows, and coordinating with multiple agencies.

The role requires a TS/SCI with Polygraph, a bachelor’s degree, 10+ years of experience, and proven communication under pressure. On-site work with minimal travel, competitive compensation in this context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Drive Mission Success: lead high-impact projects shaping outcomes.
• Be the Operational Backbone: draft memos, review files, manage requests, briefing leadership.
• Lead Intelligence Efforts: oversee flow of intelligence reports and updates.
• Connect the Dots: manage intelligence sharing across agencies and partners.
• Stay Ahead of the Curve: maintain continuous intelligence watch and open channels.
• Be a Knowledge Leader: stay current on evolving technologies and methods.
• Mentor and Lead: guide junior staff and step into leadership as needed.
• Apply Expertise: use intelligence operations knowledge to inform decisions.

Skills

Communication skills

Oral and written communication

Conflict resolution

Working under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Title:

Desk Officer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

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.

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:

• Drive Mission Success: Leverage your deep understanding of customer operations and procedures to lead and support high-impact projects that shape strategic outcomes.
• Be the Operational Backbone: Craft memos, conduct detailed file reviews, and manage requests with precision using the customer database. You’ll also prepare and deliver briefings to senior leadership, draft binding documents, and provide essential operational support across the team.
• Lead Intelligence Efforts: Oversee the flow of current and emerging intelligence reports, ensuring timely updates and seamless dissemination of critical products to stakeholders.
• Connect the Dots: Manage and track intelligence sharing across multiple agencies and partners, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment.
• Stay Ahead of the Curve: Maintain a continuous intelligence watch, keeping communication channels open with key components and partner organizations.
• Be a Knowledge Leader: Stay current on cutting-edge technologies and evolving subject matter to inform and enhance operations.
• Mentor and Lead: Provide guidance to junior professionals and, when needed, step into leadership roles as a team or task lead.
• Apply Expertise: Use your comprehensive knowledge of intelligence operations—including principles, methods, processes, and regulations—to make informed decisions and drive excellence.

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications:

• Security Clearance: TS/SCI with a Polygraph
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years
• Communication Skills: Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills, conflict resolution techniques, and proven ability to perform under pressure to meet tight deadlines
• Computer Literacy: Must have functional computer literacy and be proficient in customer computer and network applications

Basic Compensation:

$175,800 to $214,900

This range is for the Virginia area only.

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

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

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 at KBR. Let’s shape the future together.

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.