COMSEC Systems Engineer - Secure Communications & Space

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

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.