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Threat Analyst – Senior

KBR logoKBR$156,500–$191,200/yrSpringfield, Virginia, United StatesFull timePosted 4mo ago
  • TS/SCI clearance

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This posting states $157k–$191k a year. Open cybersecurity expert jobs in Virginia post a median of $157k a year, the middle half $143k–$172k, across 16 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post.

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About the job

## Title Threat Analyst – Senior ## 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. ## This is a contingent position based upon contract award KBR is seeking a Threat Analyst – Senior to lead advanced analysis and assessment of potential threats to space assets, including adversarial capabilities, environmental hazards, and emerging technologies.

This role involves synthesizing intelligence, conducting vulnerability assessments, and developing mitigation strategies to ensure mission resilience. The analyst will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to provide actionable insights for operational decision-making.

Candidates should demonstrate deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to operate effectively in high-stakes environments. This position offers the opportunity to shape enterprise-level threat awareness and contribute to national security in the space domain.

This role is performed full-time on site at a government facility and is contingent upon contract award. ## Primary Responsibilities - Lead comprehensive threat assessments for space systems, including kinetic, non-kinetic, and cyber-related risks. - Analyze adversary capabilities, tactics, and emerging technologies impacting space operations. - Develop and maintain threat models and risk matrices for mission planning and operational support. - Produce detailed intelligence reports and briefings for senior leadership and mission stakeholders. - Coordinate with internal teams and external agencies to share threat data and ensure situational awareness. - Support development of mitigation strategies and contingency plans for identified threats. - Conduct post-event analysis and lessons-learned reviews for threat-related incidents. - Contribute to the evolution of threat detection and monitoring tools and processes. - Mentor junior analysts and provide technical guidance on complex threat scenarios. - Ensure compliance with applicable security standards and organizational policies. ## Required Qualifications - Education & Experience: Master’s degree and 11 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise, OR Bachelor’s degree and 12 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise, OR No degree and 14 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise. - Demonstrated expertise in space threat analysis, intelligence, or related defense/aerospace domains. - Proficiency in analytical tools and methodologies for threat modeling and risk assessment. - Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with adjudicated polygraph. ## Preferred Qualifications - Experience with adversarial threat modeling or counterspace capability assessments. - Familiarity with international space security standards and coordination protocols. ## Basic Compensation $156,500 - $191,200 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 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.

From KBR's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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