COMSEC Systems Engineer

IERUS Technologies Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

IERUS Technologies in Huntsville, AL is seeking a COMSEC Systems Engineer to help design, implement, and maintain secure communications for defense programs. You will collaborate with software and hardware teams to ensure threat-aware architectures meet mission requirements.

This role requires a bachelor's in a technical field, 3+ years in COMSEC or security engineering, knowledge of cryptographic key management, and an active US security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 3+ years in COMSEC or security engineering.
• Foundational understanding of secure communications and cryptographic key management.
• Familiarity with DoD COMSEC policies and NSA guidelines.
• Active US security clearance is required.
• Willingness to work Huntsville, AL location.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, and integration of COMSEC systems and solutions across IERUS programs.
• Collaborate with Software and Hardware Engineers to ensure secure communications architectures meet mission requirements.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of COMSEC documentation, including policies, procedures, and system specifications.
• Develop and maintain Verification and Validation (V&V) plans, requirements verification traceability matrices (RVTM), and test plans and coordinate verification activities across hardware, software, and integration test teams.
• Support assessments of communications security risks and contribute to mitigation strategies.
• Assist with lifecycle management of COMSEC equipment and keying material.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and government directives related to COMSEC.

Skills

Security clearance

DoD COMSEC understanding

Cryptography basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field

Tools

DOORS

Cameo

Job description

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Security+, NSA/DoD COMSEC training, INCOSE CSEP).

IERUS specializes in technology research, testing, and implementation with core competencies in electromagnetics phenomenology, computational analytics (algorithm acceleration and machine learning), and weapon system engineering. IERUS develops value for our defense and commercial customers through accelerations of the technology life cycle: identifying, creating, transitioning, and producing technologies with integrity of purpose and product.

IERUS offers competitive compensation packages, retirement options, and benefits packages. To learn more, please visit www.ierustech.com.

IERUS participates in projects that address weapon systems engineering and the application of advanced machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) techniques as well as RF/Optical hardware prototyping and low rate production. We generally seek to apply agile development fundamentals across our corporate portfolio to accelerate technology development timelines. The end goal being early discovery, accelerated development, and high customer engagement.

Job Description

As a COMSEC Systems Engineer, you will support the security and integrity of our communications systems. You will work alongside Software and Hardware Engineers to help develop, implement, and maintain COMSEC solutions that support our mission.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, and integration of COMSEC systems and solutions across IERUS programs;
• Collaborate with Software and Hardware Engineers to ensure secure communications architectures meet mission requirements;
• Assist in the development and maintenance of COMSEC documentation, including policies, procedures, and system specifications;
• Develop and maintain Verification and Validation (V&V) plans, requirements verification traceability matrices (RVTM), and test plans and coordinate verification activities across hardware, software, and integration test teams;
• Support assessments of communications security risks and contribute to mitigation strategies;
• Assist with lifecycle management of COMSEC equipment and keying material;
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and government directives related to COMSEC.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field;
• 3+ years of relevant experience in COMSEC or communications security engineering;
• Foundational understanding of secure communications systems and integration;
• Basic understanding of cryptographic principles and key management;
• Familiarity with DoD COMSEC policies, NSA guidelines, and applicable regulations;
• Familiarity with satellite avionics systems and their role in secure communications;
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles, processes, and best practices;
• Experience supporting requirements development, decomposition, and verification;
• Ability to read and review electrical circuit schematics;
• Ability to work collaboratively across engineering disciplines;
• Active Security clearance; must be US Citizen.

Desired Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance strongly preferred;
• Experience supporting space, defense, or aerospace programs;
• Hands-on experience with satellite avionics integration and secure communications interfaces;
• Experience with full systems engineering lifecycle, from concept development through integration, test, and operations;
• Proficiency with systems engineering tools such as DOORS, Cameo, or similar requirements and modeling platforms;
• Experience developing Verification and Validation (V&V) plans, test plans, and requirements traceability matrices;
• Familiarity with interface control documents (ICDs) and system architecture development;
• Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, RMF);
• Familiarity with hardware and software security integration;
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Security+, NSA/DoD COMSEC training, INCOSE CSEP).

Location

Huntsville, AL

IERUS Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.

IERUS Technologies participates in E-Verify.