Network IT Manager

KBR Careers; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 169,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR's Hemisphere team in El Segundo, CA seeks a highly experienced Network/IT Manager to protect national security through advanced space systems. The role focuses on leading network, IT, and security architecture across SCIF/SAPF environments and coordinating RMF readiness for critical DoD programs.

You will guide the integrated digital roadmap, ensure connectivity to classified networks, and provide expert advice on program management, strategy development, and change management.

Qualifications

• Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, IT or a related field.
• 10+ years of DoD networking, infrastructure or IT requirements experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert for network, IT, infrastructure and software tools for space programs.
• Operate and maintain SCI/SAP facilities (SCIF/SAPF) for government and contractor use.
• Support accreditation and connectivity to classified networks with RMF and TRL considerations.
• Develop digital roadmaps and milestones for SSC's digital acquisition and engineering efforts.
• Provide guidance on digital methodologies, toolsets, and program management.

Skills

Active TS clearance

DoD networking experience

Security+ certification

CISSP certification

PMP certification

Education

Master's degree in Systems Engineering / Information Technology / related field

Job description

Title: Network IT Manager 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.

Job Description

KBR is seeking a highly experienced Network/IT Manager to join our Hemisphere team. Work location is El Segundo, CA supporting Space Systems Command (SSC). Requires 10+ years of experience analyzing and evaluating current events and providing recommendations to leadership to help ensure continuity of activities and processing of security requirements are effectively integrated through security architecture, design, development, and configuration specifically in support of the Department of Defense.

• Subject matter expert in all network, IT, infrastructure, and software tools for space acquisitions, engineering, and operations for all programs, as required.
• Operate and maintain an existing or accreditable SCI Facility (SCIF) or SAP Facility (SAPF) for use by Government and Contractor personnel (IT, workspaces, desks, offices, networks, and location).
• Operate and maintain an environment with direct connection to multi-level data services, including access to the Unified Data Library and National Space Defense Center, and maintain an accredited, high-bandwidth SAPF and IT infrastructure.
• Provide technological support in IT configuration and management, including fail-safes, software break and refresh, and hardware failure support across unclassified to SAP levels.
• Support digital engineering initiatives by assessing current capabilities, identifying gaps, and building a tailored inventory of tasks aligned with USSF and SSC needs.
• Help develop an integrated digital roadmap with actionable milestones to guide SSC's digital acquisition and engineering efforts.
• Provide expert guidance on applying digital methodologies and tools, including solution evaluation, program management, strategy development, and change management.
• Knowledgeable on risk management framework (RMF) and technical readiness levels (TRLs) of existing digital engineering toolsets and processes to obtain accreditation of toolsets for use and connectivity to classified networks and infrastructures.

Required Qualifications

Active TS clearance, SCI Eligible Master's Degree in related technical field (e.g. Systems Engineering, Information Technology, Network Engineering) 10+ years of experience in creating, developing, and executing DoD networking, infrastructure, or information technology requirements

Desired Skills

• Experience in maintaining an existing, operational, and accredited SCIF/SAPF PMP, CISSP, Security+ certified preferred
• Experience in commercial software solutioning and integration of commercial off the shelf (COTS) toolsets into classified networks

Basic Compensation

$169,000 - $206,500 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's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

Equal Opportunity

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.

About KBR

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values:

• We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.
• We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
• We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what's right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.
• We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.
• We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us better, stronger, more effective company.

We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safe, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.