Engineering Laser Analyst – Intermediate

KBR Careers; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Relocation benefits

Short-term incentives

Job summary

KBR Careers is seeking an Engineering Laser Analyst – Intermediate to provide advanced technology solutions in the field of national security. This full-time on-site position in Springfield, Virginia, requires expertise in vulnerability testing and security compliance. Candidates must hold a Master’s or Bachelor's degree combined with significant relevant experience and must have an active Top Secret clearance. The role includes developing test plans, executing tests, and preparing technical reports. Join KBR to make a significant impact in space defense.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 7 years experience or Bachelor's with 8 years; or 10 years of experience without a degree.
• Experience in vulnerability testing or operational security assessments.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with adjudicated polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Develop vulnerability test plans for critical systems.
• Execute operational vulnerability tests.
• Analyze and report test results.

Skills

Vulnerability testing

Penetration testing

Cybersecurity principles

Risk management

Vulnerability assessment tools

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

10 years of relevant experience

Tools

Python

Bash

Job description

Engineering Laser Analyst – Intermediate

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 protecting our national security.

This is a contingent position based upon contract award. The role will be performed full‑time on‑site at a government facility and is contingent upon contract award.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop detailed vulnerability test plans and procedures for mission‑critical systems.
• Execute operational vulnerability tests under simulated and real‑world conditions.
• Analyze test results, identify system weaknesses, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with organizational security standards and regulatory requirements during testing.
• Collaborate with engineering and security teams to integrate vulnerability findings into system design improvements.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and briefings for stakeholders.
• Support readiness reviews and contribute to risk assessment activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for vulnerability testing processes and tools.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers during test execution and analysis.

Required Qualifications

• Education & Experience:
  • Master’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise; OR
  • Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise; OR
  • No degree and 10 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise.
• Experience in vulnerability testing, penetration testing, or operational security assessments.
• Familiarity with security compliance frameworks and risk management methodologies.
• Proficiency in using vulnerability assessment tools and test management systems.
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with adjudicated polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience conducting vulnerability tests in mission‑critical or defense environments.
• Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity principles, system hardening techniques, and exploit mitigation strategies.
• Exposure to automated testing tools and scripting for vulnerability analysis (e.g., Python, Bash).

Additional Compensation

• KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, such as 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.

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, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.