Comsec Account Manager

Comsec Account Manager Own and oversee the compliance and security of Space

X's cryptographic communication systems

Location:

Hawthorne, California, United States

Compensation: $125, USD / year

Job Tags:
Growth

Space

X was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today Space

X is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

Space

X is looking for a highly motivated and detail oriented COMSEC manager to support the COMSEC team. The position involves COMSEC support to the government stakeholders while balancing the needs of the engineering team, operations, and mission management. We are looking for a subject matter expert that will ensure compliance with government standards regarding the processes for receipt, custody, transfer, safeguarding, accounting, and destruction/disposition of COMSEC material.

As part of the Government Security Programs Team, you will be expected to wholly own problem sets, develop solutions, and safeguard the communications security material across multiple accounts. This is a high impact role, and our ideal candidate will flourish in a challenging environment while demonstrating extreme ownership.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on communications security and government compliance for a range of classification levels including collateral, SCI and SAP
• Work with program managers to develop and implement novel processes based on security policies to ensure compliance
• Utilize KMI to receive certificates, key, and SW packages
• Maintain accountability of all COMSEC assets for assigned COMSEC accounts
• Maintain, in collaboration with program personnel, up to date keying records and COMSEC Requirements Letters for associated cryptonets
• Develop and host security education and training regarding program security procedures including COMSEC security procedures
• Assist in the development of COMSEC documentation, including but not limited to, SKMPs, COMSEC Protection Plans, and Transportation Plans
• Serve as a trusted advisor for technical staff for questions on process, timeline, status of assets, and reporting
• Ensure compliance with government requirements and regulations
• Day-to-day support specific to internal programs and stakeholders
• Configuration of ECUs, to include installation, keying/rekeying, administration, and troubleshooting

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 7+ years of security experience related to COMSEC management and compliance
• 5+ years of experience as a COMSEC Manager supporting DoD, SAP or IC accounts
• Active Top Secret SCI clearance

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, information systems/IT, mathematics, physics, or similar technical discipline
• Completed the TRADOC-approved Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) course and the COMSEC Account Manager Course (CAMC)
• Familiarity with mission operations, satellite communications, or aerospace environments
• Experience with supporting space launch operations and rapid development programs
• Excellent problem solving, organizational, and communication skills
• Deep familiarity with COMSEC requirements and procedures including the acquisition, maintenance, operation, and disposition of related equipment
• Experience with security policy and guiding documentation specific to COMSEC-related compliance
• IAEC-2112 or NRO CRO Training
• Knowledge of DIAS, iApp, KMI or other electronic management system

• Ability to favorably complete a U.S. Government CI scope polygraph
• An active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive Space
  
  X missions. If so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing
• Willingness to work extended hours or weekends as needed in support of mission-critical deadlines and milestones
• Ability to travel in support of programmatic requirements to other Space
  
  X locations or customer sites

Pay range:

COMSEC Account Manager/Senior: $ - $/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $15,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package  may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid…