Network Analyst

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! Title Network Analyst 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 Coordinate multidisciplinary teams: Ensure timely and accurate network analysis by aligning efforts across customer teams focused on logical and physical telecom routes. Evaluate network operations: Collaborate with internal and external partners to assess the role and value of potential network activities. Demonstrate telecom expertise: Apply deep knowledge of network operations, principles, and best practices to support mission objectives. Support modeling with domain insights: Use telecom mastery to contribute mapping and graphics inputs to the customer’s modeling tools. Conduct technical analysis: Analyze wireless and wireline networks, transmission protocols, and network technologies to inform strategic decisions. Communicate findings effectively: Present complex technical analysis to both technical and nontechnical audiences. Track emerging technologies: Serve as a key resource for monitoring and interpreting new developments in telecom. Maintain technical currency: Stay up to date with evolving technologies through ongoing training and skill development. Work Environment Location: Chantilly, VA Travel Requirements: Minimal Working Hours: Standard Qualifications Required Security Clearance: Ability to obtain a TS++ Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Engineering, Mathematics, or Statistics Experience: Minimum of 6 years Facility Engineer or Network Planner (TDM/Data): Experience in traditional and data-based telecom infrastructure planning and engineering Large-scale network engineering: Proven ability to work across multiple packet fabrics, including platforms like Google B4 Core or Radio Network Engineering: Hands-on experience with 3G, 4G, and/or 5G technologies in core or radio network environments Telecom route analysis: Skilled in analyzing commercial telecom networks to determine physical and logical routing for strategic objectives Advanced network technologies: Demonstrated knowledge of Network Management Systems (NMS), Network Function Virtualization (NFV), and Software Defined Networking (SDN) Network infrastructure expertise: Familiarity with key network elements such as switches, routers, multiplexers, and both wireless and wireline transport systems Strong analytical skills: Ability to interpret complex data and derive actionable insights Network technology expertise: Demonstrated understanding of a wide range of network technologies Protocol proficiency: Demonstrated understanding of network protocols and their applications Systems and equipment knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of networking systems and equipment PSTN experience: Familiarity with Public Switched Telephone Network operations and infrastructure Data network experience: Hands‑on experience with data networks and their architecture Private communications: Experience with dedicated and private communication networks VoIP and softswitch technologies: Proficiency in VoIP networks, softswitch technology, and session border controllers Fiber optic systems: Knowledge of fiber optic cable characteristics, including engineering, installation, and maintenance RF technologies: Experience with RF‑related technologies and their integration into network systems GPON technology: Understanding of gigabit‑capable passive optical network (GPON) technology 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’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. #J-18808-Ljbffr