Digital Environment Engineer

KBR Careers; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 179,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR’s Digital Environment Engineer role in El Segundo, CA, focuses on building and maintaining secure, compliant digital environments across multi-level data services for DoD/IC programs. The position requires leadership in cloud architecture, DevSecOps, and digital engineering strategy to accelerate acquisition cycles and mission readiness.

Supporting the Hemisphere program, you will develop roadmaps, provide expert guidance, and collaborate with SSC Combat Power to translate requirements into

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret, SCI eligible clearance with ability to obtain SAPs.
• Master’s Degree in related technical field (i.e. Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology).
• 10+ years of experience supporting DoD and/or Intelligence Community (IC) software acquisition programs.
• Experience evaluating emerging technologies and industry trends, with the ability to provide strategic recommendations in: DevSecOps implementation and optimization; Hybrid/multi-cloud architecture design; Digital Engineering ecosystem development and sustainment.
• Experience operating within SAP/SAR environments, including applying DoD and IC security processes, data handling procedures, and multi-level classification protocols

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains a digital environment with direct connection to multi-level data services (including the Unified Data Library and National Space Defense Center)
• Serves as trusted advisor on cloud architectures and acquisition strategies for the Government
• Resident expert and subject matter expert on current events and new technologies relevant to digital engineering ecosystems, implementations, and rapid software acquisition strategies
• Provides technology support in IT configuration and management to include, but not limited to, fail-safes, software break and refresh, and hardware equipment fails across multiple classifications
• Advises and assists in digital engineering initiatives for acquisition, sustainment, and launch
• Orchestrates inventory of tasks and initiatives needed to support SSC’s future digital endeavors
• Assists in the development of an integrated digital roadmap that provides an executable path to reach SSC’s digital objectives
• Reinforces DevSecOps best practices within digital engineering cloud environments at multiple classification levels
• Supports the Government in the development and execution of rapid software acquisition and digital engineering strategies
• Shepherds application of DoD and IC security processes and procedures in acquisition strategies and program execution

Skills

DevSecOps

Hybrid cloud design

Digital engineering

DoD/IC security

Classification protocols

Strategic recommendations

Education

Master's degree in related technical field

Tools

AWS

SAP/SAR

Azure

PMP

SCRUM/Agile

Job description

Title

Digital Environment Engineer

Digital Environment Engineer

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.

This is a contingent position based upon contract award

KBR is seeking an experienced Digital Environment Engineer with expertise in DevSecOps and hybrid Cloud Architecture Design. Candidates should have a strong background supporting Digital Engineering ecosystems across classified DoD and IC environments, including SAP/SAR processes and secure data handling.

Supporting the Hemisphere program in El Segundo, CA, this role works directly with SSC Combat Power to evaluate technical solutions, develop digital and data strategies, and design implementation roadmaps. The position also plays a key role in enabling program execution through change management, operational support, and integration of digital engineering capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains a digital environment with direct connection to multi-level data services (including the Unified Data Library and National Space Defense Center)
• Serves as trusted advisor on cloud architectures and acquisition strategies for the Government
• Resident expert and subject matter expert on current events and new technologies relevant to digital engineering ecosystems, implementations, and rapid software acquisition strategies
• Provides technology support in IT configuration and management to include, but not limited to, fail-safes, software break and refresh, and hardware equipment fails across multiple classifications
• Advises and assists in digital engineering initiatives for acquisition, sustainment, and launch
• Orchestrates inventory of tasks and initiatives needed to support SSC’s future digital endeavors
• Assists in the development of an integrated digital roadmap that provides an executable path to reach SSC’s digital objectives
• Reinforces DevSecOps best practices within digital engineering cloud environments at multiple classification levels
• Supports the Government in the development and execution of rapid software acquisition and digital engineering strategies
• Shepherds application of DoD and IC security processes and procedures in acquisition strategies and program execution

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret, SCI eligible clearance with ability to obtain SAPs
• Master’s Degree in related technical field (i.e. Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Information Technology)
• 10+ years of experience supporting DoD and/or Intelligence Community (IC) software acquisition programs.
• Experience evaluating emerging technologies and industry trends, with the ability to provide strategic recommendations in: DevSecOps implementation and optimization; Hybrid/multi-cloud architecture design; Digital Engineering ecosystem development and sustainment.
• Experience operating within SAP/SAR environments, including applying DoD and IC security processes, data handling procedures, and multi-level classification protocols

Desired Qualifications

• PMP certification
• DevSecOps/Agile/Scrum Master certifications
• Cloud Architecture certifications preferred (i.e. AWS)

Basic Compensation

$178,600 – $251,800 annually (This range is for the CA 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.

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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