Senior COMSEC & Networking Technologist – Onsite

Sandia National Laboratories; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories in Livermore, California, seeks a motivated COMSEC & Networking Technician (LAN/WAN Support Technologist) to support national security programs. You will help implement COMSEC policies, safeguard sensitive communications, and ensure secure, reliable operations across Sandia’s mission-critical networks.

The role requires hands-on experience with encrypting devices, DOE Q-level clearance, and the ability to work onsite at the California lab.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus three or more years of directly related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with COMSEC security programs.
• Active DOE Q-level security clearance or equivalent DOD Top Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Administer, implement, and manage the COMSEC program to ensure secure connectivity for Sandia's mission-critical programs.
• Maintain records of accountable material and oversee Federal program requirements.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot encrypting devices with networking experts for secure communications.
• Coordinate with Federal officials and internal stakeholders for compliance across security programs.
• Manage keying material, security accounts, and audit records; update COMSEC databases.
• Support security audits and contribute to corrective actions and documentation.

Skills

COMSEC experience

Security clearance eligibility

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Encrypting devices

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories in Livermore, California, seeks a motivated COMSEC & Networking Technician (LAN/WAN Support Technologist) to support national security programs. You will help implement COMSEC policies, safeguard sensitive communications, and ensure secure, reliable operations across Sandia’s mission-critical networks.

The role requires hands-on experience with encrypting devices, DOE Q-level clearance, and the ability to work onsite at the California lab.