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KBR, Inc.

Cryptography Analyst

Mclean, VA · On-site

$219K - $268K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience performing vulnerability assessments or security research activities. Basic Compensation ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...

KBR

Cryptography Analyst

Mclean, VA · On-site

$219K - $268K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience performing vulnerability assessments or security research activities. Basic Compensation ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...

KBR, Inc.

Senior Cryptography Analyst

Mclean, VA · On-site

$240K - $294K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience performing vulnerability assessments or security research activities. Basic Compensation ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...

KBR

Senior Cryptography Analyst

Mclean, VA

$240K - $294K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience performing vulnerability assessments or security research activities. Basic Compensation ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...

KBR

Cryptography Analyst with Security Clearance

Mclean, VA · On-site

$219K - $268K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... security research activities. Basic Compensation: $219,900 to $268,800 This range is for the ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...

KBR

Cryptography Analyst with Security Clearance

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$219K - $268K/yr

  • Medical

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  • Life

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  • PTO

Experience performing vulnerability assessments or security research activities. Basic Compensation ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...

KBR

Senior Cryptography Analyst with Security Clearance

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$240K - $294K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience performing vulnerability assessments or security research activities. Basic Compensation ... contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation ...

KBR, Inc.

Reverse Engineer

Beavercreek, OH · On-site

$99K - $130K/yr

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  • PTO

Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and reverse engineering techniques * Collaborate with ... Experience with network protocols, cryptography, and security vulnerabilities. * Ability to obtain ...

KBR

Reverse Engineer

Beavercreek, OH · On-site

$99K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

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  • Life

  • Retirement

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Support vulnerability research and proofofconcept development efforts under senior technical ... Experience with network protocols, cryptography, and security vulnerabilities. * Ability to obtain ...

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Cryptography Analyst

KBR, Inc.

Mclean, VA • On-site

$219K - $268K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

KBR rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

142nd of 447 rated engineering

Job description

Title:
Cryptography Analyst
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: 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.
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.

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At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1998

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