Senior Crypto Security Engineer: Space Systems Cryptography Lead

KBR Careers; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 163,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Professional training and development

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Crypto Security Engineer to join their team in El Segundo, California. In this role, you will leverage your extensive experience in cryptography and systems engineering to enhance national security. Responsibilities include overseeing the development of cryptographic units and leading technical design efforts. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in systems engineering, preferably in military or defense settings, alongside leadership skills and a TS/SCI clearance. Compensation is competitive, ranging from $163,000 to $204,000.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• 15+ years of experience in systems engineering, including crypto and cyber security.
• 5+ years' experience with military or DoD related projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in development of cryptographic units.
• Lead spacecraft cryptographic unit trade studies.
• Oversee design and delivery of encryption units.

Skills

Cryptography

Systems Engineering

Cyber Security

Communication

Team Leadership

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

BS in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Crypto Security Engineer to join their team in El Segundo, California. In this role, you will leverage your extensive experience in cryptography and systems engineering to enhance national security. Responsibilities include overseeing the development of cryptographic units and leading technical design efforts. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in systems engineering, preferably in military or defense settings, alongside leadership skills and a TS/SCI clearance. Compensation is competitive, ranging from $163,000 to $204,000.