Communications Security SME

Scientific Research Corporation • $95K — $115K *

North Charleston, SC 29405In-Person

Aerospace & Defense

5 - 7 years of experience

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Qualifications

Associate's Degree with 5 years of relevant experience or HS Diploma/GED with 7 years of experience
Formal training in COMSEC-related military occupational specialties or equivalent courses
Proficiency with COMSEC equipment and key management processes
Strong understanding of encryption algorithms like IPSEC, AES, GRE, IKE, MD5, SHA, and 3DES
Familiarity with DoD and NSA Security policies
Knowledge of EKMS/KMI documentation language
Awareness of cybersecurity threats and risk management processes

Responsibilities

Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve COMSEC issues and ensure compliance
Support EKMS/KMI services for Ground Radios and implement threat mitigation practices
Train personnel on COMSEC procedures and equipment operation
Provide SME insights through gap analysis of cryptographic systems
Review and recommend improvements for KMI COMSEC documentation and operations
Research and implement network solutions to support mission objectives
Deliver analyses for capability gaps and vulnerability assessments regarding encryption

Benefits

Opportunity to work on advanced cryptographic systems
Engagement with both internal and external stakeholders
Training opportunities for personnel
Possibility to contribute to significant modernization efforts
Involvement in compliance activities with NSA guidance

Full Job Description

Description

Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to resolve COMSEC related issues, ensuring customer requirements align with compliance standards
Supporting the waveforms project officer with EKMS/KMI services across the Ground Radios portfolio, including implementing threat mitigation practices, coordinating with vendors, and executing tasks that advance crypto modernization efforts
Training personnel in COMSEC procedures and operation of associated equipment, as required
Providing SME support through gap analysis of tactical and strategic cryptographic systems, identifying vulnerabilities and end of life algorithms in accordance with NSA guidance
Reviewing and analyzing KMI COMSEC documentation, operations, and practices within the Ground Radios Project and recommending process improvements
Assisting with research, evaluation, and implementation of enterprise network solutions and enhancements to support mission and business objectives
Delivering analysis and data to support capability gap identification and vulnerability assessments, including inputs addressing transitions to updated encryption devices, processes, and algorithms

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Requirements

Associate's Degree and five years relevant experience or a HS Diploma/GED with seven years relevant experience
Formal training in a COMSEC related MOS including 0621, 0629, 0681, 0699, 25C, 25N, 25S or formal COMSEC training including USMC Security Manager Resident Course, Army Management Client Course or equivalent training
Knowledge of COMSEC equipment, keying material processes, and EKMS/KMI
Knowledge of encryption algorithms including IPSEC, AES, GRE, IKE, MD5, SHA, and 3DES
Experience with strategic level DoD and NSA Security policies and procedures
Experience with EKMS/KMI COMSEC Documentation language
Knowledge of cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities, security principles, and risk management processes
Experience with and an understanding of controlling authority roles and responsibilities and equipment account roles and responsibilities
Experience with and an understanding of cryptographic key short title functions and usage within integrated, inline and edge-type encryption devices and components

Desired Skills

Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TOP SECRET LEVEL

Travel Requirements

25% w/ Valid Passport

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