Senior Threat Analyst – Space Systems & Mission Resilience

KBR Careers; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR’s National Security Solutions team is seeking a Threat Analyst – Senior to lead advanced analysis of threats to space assets, including adversary capabilities and cyber risks. This on-site, contingent role requires TS/SCI with polygraph and the ability to operate in high-stakes environments.

You will synthesize intelligence, develop threat models, mentor junior analysts, and produce briefs for senior leadership while aligning with security standards and mission resilience in a government

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience with extensive defense/aerospace expertise.
• Proven expertise in space threat analysis and intelligence.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with adjudicated polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive threat assessments for space systems including cyber risks.
• Analyze adversary capabilities and emerging tech impacting space ops.
• Develop and maintain threat models and risk matrices for mission planning.
• Produce intelligence reports and briefings for senior leadership.
• Mentor junior analysts and ensure compliance with security standards.

Skills

Threat modeling

Risk assessment

Analytical tools

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Master’s degree + 11 years exp OR Bachelor’s + 12 years exp OR No degree +14 years exp

Tools

Threat modeling tools

Risk assessment methodologies

Job description

KBR’s National Security Solutions team is seeking a Threat Analyst – Senior to lead advanced analysis of threats to space assets, including adversary capabilities and cyber risks. This on-site, contingent role requires TS/SCI with polygraph and the ability to operate in high-stakes environments.

You will synthesize intelligence, develop threat models, mentor junior analysts, and produce briefs for senior leadership while aligning with security standards and mission resilience in a government