Threat Analyst - Junior

KBR Inc
Springfield, VA, United States
8 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
4 years minimum
Compensation
$102,600.0 - $125,300.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Business Analytics Applications Intelligence Analysis

Job description

KBR is seeking a Threat Analyst - Junior, to support the identification, assessment, and reporting of potential threats to space assets and operations. This role involves monitoring data sources, analyzing indicators of adversarial activity, and assisting in the development of threat assessments under the guidance of senior analysts. The analyst will collaborate with mission operations and intelligence teams to maintain situational awareness and provide timely updates during critical events. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow structured processes in a dynamic environment. This position offers an opportunity to develop expertise in space domain awareness and threat analysis. This role is performed full-time on site at a government facility and is contingent upon contract award., + Monitor and collect data from multiple sources to identify potential threats to space systems.

  • Assist in analyzing indicators of adversarial activity and emerging technologies that may impact space operations.

  • Support the development of threat assessments and risk reports for internal stakeholders.

  • Maintain situational awareness of global space activities and provide timely updates during critical events.

  • Document findings and maintain accurate records in accordance with organizational standards.

  • Participate in operational readiness exercises and post-event analysis.

  • Coordinate with mission operations and intelligence teams to validate threat information.

  • Contribute to process improvements and tool enhancements for threat analysis workflows.

  • Ensure compliance with established security protocols and regulatory requirements.

  • Assist in preparing briefings and presentations for leadership and external partners

Requirements

  • Education & Experience: Master’s degree and 1 year of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise, OR Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise, OR No degree and 4 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise.

  • Foundational knowledge of space operations, threat analysis, or intelligence principles.

  • Familiarity with analytical tools or data visualization platforms.

  • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with adjudicated polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with space domain awareness or intelligence analysis in a government or commercial setting.

  • Exposure to adversarial threat modeling or counterspace capabilities.

About the company

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., $102,600m- $125,300

This range is for the Virginia 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.

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 KBRAt 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.

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