KBR Engineer Dan Marquez Focuses on National Security Technology
KBR's Dan Marquez works to identify and present technology solutions for U.S. national security challenges, bridging the gap between commercial innovation and government needs.
HOUSTON, TX – Dan Marquez, a Principal Systems Engineer at KBR, Inc., is focused on addressing the unique technological challenges faced by the U.S. government within the national security sector.
Working within KBR's National Security Technologies Group, Marquez identifies and evaluates solutions from commercial entities like Amazon and Google, adapting them for government applications. His role involves cutting through technological complexities to effectively communicate solutions to key decision-makers.
An example of his work includes developing a strategy for implementing container technology, a method of packaging software for deployment, for a government client. This initiative also required navigating foreign ownership, control, or influence (FOCI) considerations, which differ from typical commercial environments.
Marquez expresses enthusiasm for working with emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain. He highlights the collaborative environment at KBR, noting the support he receives from colleagues in his independent research and development efforts, aligning with the company's "We Empower" value.