Network Engineer_COMSEC

BAE Systems•Sterling, VA

9d•$149,603 - $254,317

About The Position

BAE Systems is seeking Network Engineers specializing in Communications Security (COMSEC), from junior to senior levels, to support a classified customer in the Intelligence Community. The role focuses on managing cryptographic-related tasks, including the proper handling, tracking, deployment, procurement, and disposal of cryptographic equipment. The engineer will manage cryptographic key materials and devices and ensure installations adhere to ICD705+TEMPEST mitigation standards. The role supports geographically dispersed classified networks and involves troubleshooting and resolving application issues, as well as using virtualization technologies to implement solutions. The work contributes to a national security mission and involves collaboration with a team modernizing and protecting legacy infrastructure and applications.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree.
Demonstrated experience maintaining geographically dispersed classified networks.
Expertise in tracking crypto keys and devices.
Knowledge of ICD705+TEMPEST mitigation standards.
Experience troubleshooting and resolving application issues.
Expertise in virtualization technologies for implementing solutions.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines, both as part of a team and as an individual contributor.
High degree of initiative, creativity, and technical ability.
Ability to identify issues and implement corrective actions.

Nice To Haves

Information Technology or Engineering bachelor's or master's degree.
Experience leading and managing a team of junior network professionals.
Relevant certifications, such as TEMPEST.

Responsibilities

Manage the handling, tracking, deployment, procurement, and disposal of cryptographic equipment.
Manage cryptographic key materials and devices, including tracking them.
Ensure installations adhere to ICD705+TEMPEST mitigation standards.
Maintain geographically dispersed classified networks.
Troubleshoot and resolve application issues.
Implement solutions using virtualization technologies.
Identify issues and implement corrective actions.