Title:
Program Security Officer (Modeling and Simulation)
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.
Key Responsibilities:
KBR is seeking a Program Security Officer to support a multi-disciplinary team that provides modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) support to the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). This team conducts exploration of emerging technologies and operating concepts within the context of a complex, large-scale kill web using and advanced, Multi-Level Security (MLS) compliant MS&A and tools and environments. Candidate shall:
- Provide subject matter expertise, assistance, recommendations and hands-on-support to all Special Programs support related activities, to include compliance with DoD and IC policies for marking, handling, and potential future release of classified information.
- Perform day-to-day activities to ensure the timely and accurate development/integration of Special Access Program (SAP) requirements.
- Liaise with government and third-party software developer stakeholders with respect to MLS tool functionality and MLS process and product improvement.
- Support the packaging and dissemination of program documentation in accordance with applicable SCI and SAP policies.
- Understand and enforce procedures for handling SCI, Controlled Access Program (CAP), SAP, and other collateral materials IAW applicable security policies and regulations.
- Interpret written Security Classification Guide (SCG) content and interact with the MS&A tool and environment in order to:
- Instantiate SCG Critical Program Information (CPIs) as logical MLS rulesets in the MS&A environment.
- Inspect simulation output for proper dynamic classification marking based on the instantiated MLS rulesets.
- Provide timely classification management expertise to resolve complex classification management issues.
- Develop innovative techniques to implement MLS training and compliance with established classification management policies.
Work Environment:
- Location: On-site
- Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
- Working Hours: Standard
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree with 10 years of relevant experience, or Master's Degree with 8 years of relevant experience
- Active TS//SCI clearance
- Demonstrate experience applying Executive Orders 12333 and 13526; Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) 906 & 705; DoD Directive 5230.11; and DoD Manuals 5200.01, 5200.45, and 5205.07 standards associated with classified national security information, and special access program information
- Must have successfully completed/passed the CDSE course Introduction to Special Access Programs SAP 101.10
- Background in knowledge management systems and documentation control (e.g., SharePoint, records management)
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Desired:
- Master’s Degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related discipline with a strong emphasis on discrete logic, plus 10 years of relevant experience
- Successful completion of Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) and Special Program Security Credential (SPSC)
- Documented experience as a certified Foreign Disclosure Officer (FDO), Classification Management Officer (CMO), Special Access Program Control Officer (SAPCO), or similar position
- Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools, diagrams, and models
- Intermediate level coding skills in a general-purpose programming language such as Python
- Prior military or intelligence community experience
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40hrs
Basic Compensation:
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.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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 of 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.
