Cryptographic/COMSEC Engineer - Northern VA (VAXCOM)

Parsons Corporation

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About The Position

Join Vaxcom and be part of a committed team of professionals working together to have a positive impact on our nation's national security. We strive for 100% customer satisfaction in every action and communication. If that your value system, Vaxcom offers the opportunities and work environment where you can thrive and advance in your career. Vaxcom Services LLC (a Parsons company) is looking for a talented Cryptographic/COMSEC Engineer to join our team. In this role you will support the critical functions of securing classified and unclassified voice, data, and radio networks. You will perform a variety of duties utilizing subject matter expertise and advanced knowledge in order to perform highly technical and specialized functions in order to provide Cryptographic solutions as a part of the Sponsor's overall cybersecurity strategy. You will work in accordance with Organization policies, regulatory requirements, and other National Security Mandates governing all aspects of communications security.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM or IT-related field and 10 years experience, or 15 years relevant experience as a COMSEC Engineer, Cryptographic SME, or Network Engineer/SME.
• Five (5) years of direct Cryptographic network experience.
• Five (5) years of direct experience working on IC or DoD cryptographic networks, IT systems, and technologies.
• Experience with network TCP/IP systems.
• Working knowledge of Cisco IOS with an emphasis on routing and switching.
• Ability to qualify for overseas travel through a medical screening program.
• Previous experience providing briefings to large and small audiences with varying levels of expertise and technical acumen.
• An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Degree in STEM or IT-related field related field.
• Three (3) years of experience with the Program Office’s Cryptographic network.
• Active participant on various IC and DoD Cryptographic technology working groups.
• Knowledge of the IC and DoD Cloud cryptographic integration.
• Knowledge of industry standards and tools required for testing and troubleshooting Cryptographic technology.
• Previous experience as a technical project manager.

Responsibilities

• Work independently in an extremely fast paced environment in support of a high priority, evolving, and expanding Program.
• Be a strong team player with exceptional customer service and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Be able to gather requirements, communicate solutions, and remain actively engaged with the Program Office throughout the life of the Project and associated tasks.
• Will travel within the domestic United States to mission partner sites and conferences/seminars regularly as needed. In addition, occasional overseas travel may be required based on mission needs.
• May represent the Program Office in interagency working groups and provide executive level briefings as necessary.
• Will respond to ad hoc needs and take lead for developing necessary response strategies.
• Will demonstrate advanced knowledge and understanding of COMSEC processes and procedures, cybersecurity issues and concerns, network architecture and engineering, and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Previous experience as a cryptographic custodian, utilizing CARDS and/or iApp databases is desired.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level