Research and Technology Protection Analyst

Research and Technology Protection Analyst

Belong. Connect. Grow. with K ! K ’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.

• Innovative Projects: K ’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.

• Evaluate research initiatives and activities
• Develop Risk Assessment documents that identify security, counter‑intelligence, and protection requirements
• Conduct Performer Vulnerability Assessments to include level of foreign ownership/influence, business activities, and financial concerns annually
• Develop and update the Security Classification Guide for each research effort every six months
• Develop and update Export Control Assessment. Reports include considerations of International Traffic in Arms Regulation, Export Administration Regulations, Militarily Critical Technology List, Developing Science & Technology List.
• Conduct Program Security Reviews for each research effort.

• A CURRENT and ACTIVE TOP SECRET / SCI federal security clearance with Polygraph
• Seven (7) years or more of relevant experience in the IC or DoD
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Systems Engineering or related field
• Experience interacting with Senior leaders and R&D program managers
• Knowledge of information system security requirements and procedures

• Master’s degree
• Ability to interview R&D managers to build program guidance
• Direct experience with technology R&D and emerging technology analysis
• Experience with Arms or Export regulations
• Experience developing program security guidance documentation
• Experience developing abstract complex ideas from data from multiple sources

$106,400 - $159,600

This range is for the Maryland 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.

K  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.

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 K . Let's shape the future together.

K  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.

At K , 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.

K  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.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Information Technology

IT Services and IT Consulting