Requisition Number: 30952
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $106,994.00 - $152,000.00
Security Clearance: TS/SCI
Level of Experience: Mid
Job DescriptionMission Technologies is seeking a COMSEC Engineer to join our team in Springfield, VA. The Communication Security (COMSEC) Engineer/Analyst is a mid-level role supporting secure communications systems through a government contract vehicle. This position involves designing, implementing, and analyzing COMSEC protocols to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data transmissions. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks, comply with National Manager guidelines, and maintain operational security in dynamic environments such as defense and intelligence operations.
Essential Job Responsibilities- Well-rounded knowledge and adherence to COMSEC principles.
- Knowledge and experience working with Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) systems and/or COMSEC Management Control Systems (CMCS).
- Assist in the development, evaluation and deployment of cryptographic solutions, including key management systems, encryption algorithms, and secure communication protocols to protect classified information.
- Manage COMSEC accounts, including the distribution, accounting, and destruction of cryptographic keys and materials, while adhering to strict accountability procedures and auditing requirements.
- Management of COMSEC systems and adhering to National Manager processes and Two-Person Integrity (TPI) standards.
- Integrate COMSEC solutions with existing networks and systems, diagnose issues, and provide technical support to resolve disruptions in secure data flows.
- Prepare and maintain documentation for COMSEC audits, incident reports, and regulatory submissions; collaborate with stakeholders to ensure adherence to DoD/IC policies and contractual obligations.
- Participate in training for COMSEC best practices to team members and end-users; participate in cross-functional meetings to align security measures with mission objectives and National Manager processes.
- Support the monitoring and troubleshooting of COMSEC systems, including logging incidents and recommending corrective actions to maintain operational security.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to document COMSEC procedures, generate reports per National Manager standards.
- Participate with team members in testing and validation of secure communication protocols, such as IPsec, VPNs, and tactical data links.
Minimum Qualifications5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
- KMI certification or obtaining KMI certification within 3 months of hire.
- Knowledge and experience using any CMCS (e.g. EKMS, DIAS, CARDS or form of military property account book (if KMI schooling has not been completed).
- Experience and understanding of COMSEC Data Transfer Devices (DTDs) (e.g. RASKLs, SKLs, TKLs).
- Experience and understanding of secure phones (e.g. STEs and vIPers).
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in COMSEC, cryptography, or network security engineering.
- Active U.S. security clearance (Top Secret/SCI).
- Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, or NSA COMSEC-specific training (e.g., COMSEC Manager Certification/KMI Custodian Course).
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Preferred Requirements- Proficiency in tools like Key Management Infrastructure (KMI), and cryptographic modules (e.g., KG-175 series).
- Experience with contract-based environments.
- Knowledge of emerging technologies such as quantum-resistant cryptography.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex threat intelligence and generate actionable insights.
- Excellent communication abilities for briefing senior leadership and documenting technical findings.
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
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HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
