Lead Nuclear Codes & Crypto Engineer — Onsite, Top Secret

The MITRE Corporation; Clearfield (UT); On-site; USD 159,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

MITRE Corporation is seeking an engineer to advance security for a U.S. Air Force weapon system program at Hill AFB, Utah. The role focuses on NC2 cryptography, cryptographic modernization, and integrating cryptography with DoD security standards across contractor teams.

The position requires TS clearance eligibility, DoD security awareness, and strong systems engineering and cybersecurity background. On-site work at Hill AFB is required.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 8+ years with a BS in CS/CE/Cybersecurity or 6+ years with MS; or PhD with 3 years’ experience.
• Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Familiarity with NSS cryptography and cybersecurity requirements.
• Demonstrated success in applying cybersecurity knowledge to conduct systems engineering analysis.
• Ability to summarize technical concepts and research results verbally and in writings/presentations.
• Ability to work with Government, FFRDC/UARC, and Contractor teams.
• Self-starter with problem-solving capabilities in ambiguous environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering analysis of contractor design in cybersecurity, NC2 cryptography, nuclear codes, COMSEC and key management, vulnerability analysis, post-quantum cryptography, and digital engineering.
• Evaluate and validate contractor’s design for NC2 and crypto capabilities meeting weapon system requirements and cybersecurity rules.
• Advise senior leaders on COMSEC devices and algorithms; prepare and present technical papers to Air Force leaders.
• Research capabilities for resilience and security in systems and technology.
• Develop cryptographic roadmaps and integration plans for Air Force weapon systems and interoperability with STRATCOM keys and codes.

Skills

NC2 cryptography

Cybersecurity analysis

Cryptographic key management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/Cybersecurity

Master's degree with 6+ years

PhD with 3+ years

Tools

DOORS

Cameo

TeamCenter

STK

AFSIM

MATLAB

Job description

MITRE Corporation is seeking an engineer to advance security for a U.S. Air Force weapon system program at Hill AFB, Utah. The role focuses on NC2 cryptography, cryptographic modernization, and integrating cryptography with DoD security standards across contractor teams.

The position requires TS clearance eligibility, DoD security awareness, and strong systems engineering and cybersecurity background. On-site work at Hill AFB is required.