About the role

  • COMSEC Network Engineer managing and safeguarding communications for an Intelligence Community customer. Focused on cryptologic duties and key management for classified communications.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and maintain COMSEC equipment, including the distribution, safeguarding, and accounting of keying material and cryptographic devices.
  • Ensure the proper operation of cryptographic devices and communication systems in line with established policies and procedures.
  • Focus will be on COMSEC Account Management, Custodian Duties and Encryption device configuration and maintenance.
  • Collaborate with other cybersecurity teams to ensure integration of COMSEC measures into broader IT and security strategies.
  • Maintain current inventory of all Controlled Cryptographic Items (CCI) material.
  • Coordinate system maintenance, monitoring and installation of COMSEC equipment across multiple WAN/LAN environments.
  • Assist with development and execution of test plans and supporting documentation of all communications security configuration upgrades, additions or revisions for customer approval before implementation.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve COMSEC-related incidents and issues in a timely manner.
  • Monitor health and performance of the communications security services including hardware and management software.
  • Evaluate and recommend changes and/or technology upgrades to address performance, standardization and industry best practices.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging threats and new technologies within the COMSEC domain.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 5+ years of related work experience
  • DOD 8570 IAT2 level certification (Security +)
  • Security Clearance: active TS/SCI, eligibility to take and pass a polygraph.
  • Ability to work independently with little direction and guidance.
  • In-depth knowledge of COMSEC principles, standards, and practices.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Experience with the following encryption devices: General Dynamics family: KG175D, KG175F, KG175G and KG175X L-3 Family: KG245A and KG245X Viasat Family: KG250, KG250X, KG255X and KG142 Link Encryptors: KIV-7M

Benefits

  • healthcare
  • wellness
  • financial
  • retirement
  • family support
  • continuing education
  • time off benefits

Job title

Terrestrial COMSEC Network Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$105,100 - $231,100 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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