Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA)

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Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA)

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

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. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) Architect/Engineer that will support the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Zero Trust Architecture frameworks to ensure secure, identity-centric access to mission data and enterprise services. This role will work closely with Air Force stakeholders to establish governance, technical standards, architectural guidance, and transition strategies that align with Department of Defense cybersecurity objectives and mission requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation, and maturation of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) frameworks across enterprise and mission systems.
• Develop and recommend ZTA governance models, policies, and implementation strategies that align with organizational objectives and cybersecurity requirements.
• Establish and maintain technical standards, architectural patterns, and security guardrails that support identity-centric security principles.
• Collaborate with other stakeholders to assess current-state architectures and develop transition roadmaps toward Zero Trust adoption.
• Evaluate existing networks, applications, data environments, and identity management solutions to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Develop architecture products, technical documentation, implementation guidance, and reference architectures supporting Zero Trust initiatives.
• Provide subject matter expertise on Zero Trust principles, including identity management, access control, micro-segmentation, continuous monitoring, data protection, and least-privilege access.
• Facilitate technical working groups, architectural reviews, and stakeholder engagements focused on Zero Trust implementation.
• Monitor implementation progress and identify risks, mitigation strategies, and recommendations for improving Zero Trust posture.
• Deliver a Monthly ZTA Posture Report documenting:
• Current transition progress and implementation status.
• Assessment of compliance with approved ZTA standards and guidance.
• Key risks, issues, and mitigation recommendations.
• Recommended technical standards and architectural improvements.
• Metrics and performance indicators supporting Zero Trust adoption.

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience supporting cybersecurity architecture, enterprise architecture, or Zero Trust initiatives.
• Experience designing and implementing enterprise security architectures within government or DoD environments.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture principles, frameworks, and implementation methodologies.
• Experience with identity, credential, and access management (ICAM) solutions.
• Understanding of cloud security, network segmentation, endpoint security, and data-centric security models.
• Experience developing governance frameworks, technical standards, and architectural guidance documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical recommendations to senior leadership.
• Ability to operate effectively in highly technical and mission-focused environments.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Active TS/SCI.

Highly Desired

• Experience supporting U.S. Air Force, Department of Defense, or Intelligence Community programs.
• Familiarity with DoD Zero Trust Strategy and Reference Architecture.
• Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (DoDAF, TOGAF, or similar).
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, SABSA, or comparable credentials.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCC/DoD environments) and Zero Trust security tools.

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.