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Cryptography Analyst

KBR

Posted 2 months ago

Job Requirements

McLean, VA
Top Secret/SCI Full Scope Polygraph
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
$219,900 - $268,800

Job Description

Why Join Us?

-Innovative Projects: Work with advanced cryptographic technologies and mission-critical systems supporting national security objectives.
-Collaborative Environment: Join a team of highly skilled technical experts dedicated to solving complex cybersecurity and cryptography challenges.
-Impactful Work: Your expertise will directly influence the security and effectiveness of critical government missions through the identification and mitigation of vulnerabilities.

Key Responsibilities
-Analyze software applications and systems to identify security gaps, vulnerabilities, and cryptographic weaknesses.
-Assess and evaluate cryptographic implementations, algorithms, protocols, and technologies.
-Conduct technical reviews of software and system architectures to ensure secure cryptographic practices.
-Recommend technical solutions, enhancements, and risk mitigation strategies to address identified issues.
-Provide subject matter expertise on cryptography-related topics in support of mission objectives.
-Collaborate with technical stakeholders to develop and implement secure solutions.
-Produce technical assessments, findings, and recommendations for leadership and customer review.


Work Environment:
-Location: McLean, VA (On-Site)
-Travel Requirements: Minimal (0-10%)
-Working Hours: Standard business hours


Qualifications

Required:
-Active TS/SCI with a Polygraph
-Minimum of 12 of experience performing cryptography-related work within classified environments.
-Experience with Computer Network Exploitation (CNE) and access development.
-Demonstrated understanding of network protocols and communications technologies.
-Strong knowledge of cryptographic algorithms, methodologies, and techniques.
-Experience reviewing, assessing, and resolving cryptography-related issues and vulnerabilities.
-Experience analyzing software and identifying security gaps, weaknesses, and associated risks.
-Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to provide technical recommendations.

Desired:
-Experience with cryptographic hardware solutions and devices.
-Familiarity with commercial and government cryptographic software products.
-Experience supporting intelligence community or national security missions.
-Knowledge of secure software development principles and cybersecurity best practices.
-Experience performing vulnerability assessments or security research activities.


Basic Compensation:

$219,900 to $268,800

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.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 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.

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Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. The name, inspired by the word intrinsic, reflects the essential capabilities, deep expertise, speed, and trusted performance that have defined our business for decades. We are the linchpin that connects the complex systems the world depends on while advancing technologies such as artificial intelligence, human spaceflight, and integrated air and missile defense.  Trinzic will enter the market as a global organization, supporting some of the highest-priority missions across national security and space. While the Trinzic name is new, our track record is not. The company will launch with more than $5 billion in annual revenue, established partnerships and contracts, more than 60 locations around the world, and 18,000 employees.
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Job Category
IT - Data Science
Clearance Level
Top Secret/SCI
Employer
KBR