Crypto/COMSEC Engineer - Level 3/4 (AHT)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

## Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking a Crypto/COMSEC Engineer - Level 3/4 to join our team. This position is located in Redondo Beach, CA.

*Please be aware that this position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding and obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.

As a Crypto/COMSEC Engineer - Level 3/4, you will lead the integration, configuration, and operational readiness of all cryptographic/end cryptographic units (ECUs) as well as the supporting key management infrastructure, ensuring proper installation, key loading, and periodic rekey of KG devices while maintaining all required compliance documentation. You will interface with system, security, and cyber teams to develop and maintain technical documentation, RMF controls, and operational procedures, and support accreditation activities, audits, and CONOPS for crypto operations, including failover, maintenance, and incident response.

This position can be filled at either a level 3 or a level 4.

Basic Qualifications for Crypto/COMSEC Engineer - Level 3:

• 5 years of relevant experience with Bachelors; 3 years of relevant experience with Masters; 1 year of relevant experience with PhD; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Active Secret clearance required at the time of application
• Experience with key management plans, CCI handling, and incident response for secure comms
• Able and willing to work in mission-critical or 24/7 operational environments, including participation in on-call or incident response rotations
• Experience configuring and operating Type 1 (KG) encryption devices / IPsec in tactical or enterprise environments
• Ability to perform crypto device loading, keying, and zeroization procedures in accordance with COMSEC guidance
• Ability to interpret and implement system security requirements from government standards and accreditation packages
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for diagnosing performance and interoperability issues in secure networks

Basic Qualifications for Crypto/COMSEC Engineer - Level 4:

• 8 years of relevant experience with Bachelors; 6 years of relevant experience with Masters; 4 years of relevant experience with PhD; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Active Secret clearance required at the time of application
• Experience with key management plans, CCI handling, and incident response for secure comms
• Able and willing to work in mission-critical or 24/7 operational environments, including participation in on-call or incident response rotations
• Experience configuring and operating Type 1 (KG) encryption devices / IPsec in tactical or enterprise environments
• Ability to perform crypto device loading, keying, and zeroization procedures in accordance with COMSEC guidance
• Ability to interpret and implement system security requirements from government standards and accreditation packages
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for diagnosing performance and interoperability issues in secure networks

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, vendor-specific crypto/COMSEC)
• Familiarity with NSA COMSEC doctrine, EKMS/Key Management Infrastructure (KMI), and associated directives and publications
• Proficiency with Linux/Unix or Windows administration for hosting crypto-related services (e.g., key servers, management consoles)
• Experience with secure communications architectures, including voice, data, SATCOM, and RF links
• Experience supporting accreditation with cryptographic controls (ATOs, CCRIs, COMSEC audits)

Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.