Threat Analyst – Intermediate

KBR Careers; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential bonuses or relocation benefits

Sign-on bonus opportunities

Incentives for exceptional performance

Job summary

KBR Careers is seeking a Threat Analyst – Intermediate to perform detailed analysis of potential threats to space systems in Springfield, Virginia. The role requires strong analytical skills, technical proficiency in space domain awareness, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. A Master's degree with 7 years of experience or a Bachelor's degree with 8 years is needed. The position is contingent upon contract award and requires an active Top Secret clearance. Join KBR and make a significant impact on national security.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 7 years or Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in space operations or threat analysis.
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough analysis of threats to space systems.
• Monitor global space activities to maintain situational awareness.
• Develop threat assessments and intelligence products for mission teams.
• Support real-time operations with timely threat analysis.
• Collaborate with operational teams to validate threat information.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical proficiency in space domain awareness

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience

Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience

10 years of relevant experience without a degree

Tools

Data visualization platforms

Analytical tools

Space domain awareness systems

Job description

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

Threat 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 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 a Threat Analyst - Intermediate, to conduct in-depth analysis of potential threats to space assets and operations, supporting mission assurance and strategic decision‑making. This role involves evaluating adversarial capabilities, monitoring global space activities, and producing actionable intelligence products for internal and external stakeholders. The analyst will collaborate with operations, intelligence, and engineering teams to maintain situational awareness and provide timely assessments during critical events. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills, technical proficiency in space domain awareness, and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment. This position offers an opportunity to influence threat mitigation strategies and enhance space security posture. This role is performed full‑time on site at a government facility and is contingent upon contract award.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform detailed analysis of potential threats to space systems, including adversarial capabilities and emerging technologies.
• Monitor global space activities and maintain situational awareness of operational environments.
• Develop and deliver threat assessments, risk reports, and intelligence products for leadership and mission teams.
• Support real‑time operations during critical events by providing timely threat analysis and recommendations.
• Document findings and maintain accurate records in accordance with organizational standards.
• Collaborate with mission operations, engineering, and intelligence teams to validate threat information.
• Participate in operational readiness exercises and post‑event reviews.
• Contribute to process improvements and tool development for threat analysis workflows.
• Ensure compliance with established security protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in preparing briefings and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

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.
• Demonstrated expertise in space operations, threat analysis, or intelligence disciplines.
• Proficiency with analytical tools, data visualization platforms, or space domain awareness systems.
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with adjudicated polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with adversarial threat modeling or counterspace capability assessments.
• Familiarity with international space security standards and coordination protocols.

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.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

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.

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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