COMSEC Network Engineer

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Oak Ridge, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The COMSEC Network Engineer supports COMSEC operations for the Y-12 Classified Services Network (CSN) and future telecommunications and network infrastructure requiring secure or encrypted data, voice, and video collaboration services. The role works with IT operations groups and project management teams to scope and estimate COMSEC solutions, provide technical guidance, improve existing systems and maintenance processes, and document implemented systems for operational support and lifecycle management. The position is based in the Y-12 Communication Security Center in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The role may also support Communication Center functions, including COMSEC account management and handling COMSEC equipment and key material. Responsibilities span HAIPE system management, network and connectivity support, inventory and custody procedures, key distribution, classified network administration, and compliance with DOE requirements, national policy, and Communication Center procedures. The position requires clear technical communication, strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, and the ability to recognize changes that could affect system security or operations. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance. It may require access to Material Access Areas and participation in the Human Reliability Program, including successful completion of DOE counterintelligence evaluations that may include a polygraph examination. Candidates accepting an offer must pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening, and background investigation. U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance applicants.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an engineering, science, or information technology discipline and at least 5 years of relevant experience; or an associate degree in a related discipline and at least 9 years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma and at least 13 years of relevant experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance.
Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and analytical skills, including the ability to diagnose complex problems.
Ability to communicate technical and operational information effectively in writing and orally.
U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance applicants.
Successful candidates must pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening, and background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Advanced technical knowledge of computers, networks, cybersecurity, COMSEC, and general IT environments.
Understanding of network management technologies such as Cisco ISE, Cisco DNA, and SolarWinds.
Understanding of Windows, Unix/Linux, and VMware server technologies.
Understanding of ServiceNow.
TACLANE Operator Training.
Active DOE Q clearance.
Cisco CCNA or higher certification.
DOE or DOD COMSEC certification.
Experience with DTD, SKL, RASKL, and key loaders.
Work experience at Y-12 or in another DOE classified environment.
Strong cybersecurity background.

Responsibilities

Provide support for COMSEC operations of the Y-12 Classified Services Network and telecommunications and network infrastructure requiring secure or encrypted communications.
Work with IT operations groups and project management teams to scope and estimate COMSEC solutions and provide technical guidance.
Analyze existing systems and processes to improve maintenance and system infrastructure.
Document implemented COMSEC systems and develop knowledge-base materials to support operations and system lifecycle management.
Manage and configure High Assurance Internet Protocol Encryptors (HAIPE), including deployment and administration and maintenance of their management system.
Troubleshoot and resolve Classified Services Network connectivity issues involving HAIPE.
Evaluate network COMSEC and Protected Distribution System requirements in coordination with Network Operations.
Load and manage COMSEC key material and distribute network key updates.
Manage COMSEC inventories, custody transfers, equipment inventories, and material handling and control procedures.
Support management of and access to COMSEC repositories.
Provide COMSEC and HAIPE support for the Y-12 Classified Services Network, Enterprise Secure Network, and other local systems.
Manage and administer CSN memorandums of understanding, the Classified Terminal Control Box Key Control system, and tracking systems for network devices, IP addresses, TCBs, and MOUs.
Administer CSN IP addresses and maintain DNS records for CSN systems.
Coordinate the issuance and control of classified TCB keys.
Configure CSN switch ports according to the CSN MOU process and troubleshoot connectivity issues in support of Classified Network Operations and Classified Help Desk Operations.
Support assigned Communication Center duties and accounting procedures in accordance with DOE Order 470.6, national policy, and Communication Center SOP.
Communicate technical and operational information clearly in writing and orally, solve complex technical problems, and remain alert to changes that could affect system security and operations.