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Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBR is seeking an experienced DevSecOps Engineer to support the MSEIT contract at Space Systems Command (SSC). This role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining software delivery pipelines, deployment tooling, and platform automation supporting mission-critical software systems.

The successful candidate will help bridge development and operational environments by enabling secure, repeatable, and scalable software delivery across multiple security domains and deployment environments. The role requires strong expertise in CI/CD, Kubernetes-based deployments, Git-centric workflows, and modern software delivery practices.

This position works closely with software development teams, platform engineers, cyber personnel, and operational stakeholders to ensure software can move efficiently and securely from development through operational deployment.

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 oncollaborationand 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.

Responsibilities

• CI/CD Pipeline Engineering - Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines supporting software delivery across multiple environments.
• Deployment Automation - Develop automated deployment processes that improve consistency, reliability, and delivery velocity.
• GitOps & Source Control Management - Implement and support Git-based workflows, branching strategies, repository management, and deployment automation practices.
• Kubernetes Platform Support - Deploy, configure, troubleshoot, and optimize Kubernetes-based application environments.
• Helm & Release Management - Develop and maintain Helm charts, deployment templates, and environment-specific configurations.
• Toolchain Engineering - Maintain and improve software delivery toolchains supporting development, testing, security scanning, deployment, and operational monitoring.
• Multi-Environment Deployment Support - Coordinate deployments across development, integration, test, and operational environments with varying security requirements and constraints.
• Security Integration - Work closely with cyber teams to incorporate security controls, scanning, compliance requirements, and vulnerability remediation into delivery pipelines.
• Release Engineering - Support release packaging, deployment validation, rollback strategies, and operational readiness activities.
• Platform Troubleshooting - Investigate and resolve pipeline, deployment, infrastructure, and integration issues affecting software delivery.
• Collaboration - Partner with software developers, AI engineers, systems engineers, cyber teams, and operational stakeholders to improve delivery effectiveness and reliability.

Work Environment:

• Location:El Segundo, CA (Work-from-home flexibility with on-site support as required)
• Travel Requirements:Minimal
• Working Hours:Standard

Required

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, math, physics, or related technical field
• 8+ years of experience supporting DevOps, DevSecOps, platform engineering, release engineering, or software delivery activities
• Strong experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
• Strong experience with Git-based development workflows and source control management
• Experience developing and maintaining Helm charts and Kubernetes deployment configurations
• Strong experience administering and troubleshooting Kubernetes-based environments
• Understanding of software deployment lifecycles across multiple environments and security domains
• Experience supporting containerized applications and cloud-native architectures
• Familiarity with software delivery automation, infrastructure automation, and deployment orchestration
• Strong scripting or automation experience using tools such as Bash, Python, or Go
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Desired

• Active Secret or higher clearance
• Experience supporting Space Systems Command (SSC), Space Operations Command (SpOC/CFC), or other DoD software programs
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and secure software delivery methodologies
• Understanding of software deployment challenges across IL5, IL6, air-gapped, or other restricted environments
• Experience integrating security scanning, vulnerability management, and compliance checks into CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with software supply chain security practices including artifact signing, SBOM generation, and provenance validation
• Experience supporting cloud-native mission platforms and distributed application architectures
• Familiarity with Agile software development environments and Program Increment (PI) execution
• Experience supporting SATCOM, mission systems, or operational C2 environments
• Experience with tools such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Argo CD, Argo Workflows, Tekton, or similar CI/CD platforms
• Experience supporting Harbor, Nexus, Artifactory, or similar artifact repositories
• Familiarity with Kubernetes security tools, policy engines, or runtime security platforms
• Experience supporting deployments across multiple security enclaves or classified environments
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code technologies such as Terraform, OpenTofu, or Ansible
• Experience supporting MLOps platforms, model deployment pipelines, AI workload orchestration, or machine learning lifecycle management
• Experience supporting AI-enabled mission systems or modern software factories
• Relevant certifications such as Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD), Security+, CISSP, GitLab, or cloud platform certifications
• Certifications such as INCOSE CSEP/ESEP

Basic Compensation:$126,000 to $170,000 in El Segundo, CA

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

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.

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.

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.