COMSEC Systems Engineer

IERUS Technologies•Huntsville, AL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

IERUS Technologies is seeking a COMSEC Systems Engineer to support the security and integrity of communications systems. The engineer will work alongside software and hardware engineers to develop, implement, and maintain COMSEC solutions supporting IERUS programs and missions. The role includes supporting COMSEC system design and integration, secure communications architectures, system documentation, verification and validation activities, risk mitigation, equipment and keying-material lifecycle management, and compliance with applicable government requirements. The position is located in Huntsville, Alabama.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
At least 3 years of relevant experience in COMSEC or communications security engineering.
Foundational understanding of secure communications systems and integration.
Basic understanding of cryptographic principles and key management.
Familiarity with DoD COMSEC policies, NSA guidelines, and applicable regulations.
Familiarity with satellite avionics systems and their role in secure communications.
Familiarity with systems engineering principles, processes, and best practices.
Experience supporting requirements development, decomposition, and verification.
Ability to read and review electrical circuit schematics.
Ability to work collaboratively across engineering disciplines.
Active security clearance; must be a U.S. citizen.

Nice To Haves

Active Top Secret security clearance is strongly preferred.
Experience supporting space, defense, or aerospace programs.
Hands-on experience with satellite avionics integration and secure communications interfaces.
Experience with the full systems engineering lifecycle, from concept development through integration, test, and operations.
Proficiency with systems engineering tools such as DOORS, Cameo, or similar requirements and modeling platforms.
Experience developing V&V plans, test plans, and requirements traceability matrices.
Familiarity with interface control documents (ICDs) and system architecture development.
Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST and RMF.
Familiarity with hardware and software security integration.
Relevant certifications, such as Security+, NSA/DoD COMSEC training, or INCOSE CSEP.

Responsibilities

Support the design, development, and integration of COMSEC systems and solutions across IERUS programs.
Collaborate with software and hardware engineers to ensure secure communications architectures meet mission requirements.
Assist in developing and maintaining COMSEC documentation, including policies, procedures, and system specifications.
Develop and maintain Verification and Validation (V&V) plans, requirements verification traceability matrices (RVTM), and test plans; coordinate verification activities across hardware, software, and integration test teams.
Support communications security risk assessments and contribute to mitigation strategies.
Assist with lifecycle management of COMSEC equipment and keying material.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and government directives related to COMSEC.