Communications Security Specialist

Communications Security Specialist

Company:

The Boeing Company

Job ID:

00000435879

Date Posted:

2024-08-23

Location:

USA - Las Cruces, NM

Job Description Qualifications:

The Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), Space, Intelligence, and Weapon Systems Division, is seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineer to join our Double Eagle Program team in Las Cruces, NM. The SI&WS team works with proprietary customers in the development of the next-generation technologies in space.

Position Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot/Maintain/Order COMSEC equipment
• Utilize proper security and procedures when handling key material
• Maintain physical security, access controls, and procedures
• Maintain record of combinations and daily security checks
• Manage inventory and accounting requirements
• Conduct routine crypto destruction and creation of destruction report
• Maintain records of COMSEC alternate personnel
• Maintain 100% accountability for COMSEC material
• Ensure account is in compliance with physical, COMSEC record keeping, and proper handling/storage of classified keying material

This position is expected to be fully onsite at Las Cruces, NM

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI clearance with an adjudicated CI Polygraph Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active. The position is contingent on clearance verification and customer concurrence.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• 5+ years of experience leading teams and/or projects formally or informally.
• Willing to work variable shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical, Science, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience working with aerospace vehicles and ground systems.
• Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) training; certification in KMI is highly desired
• 3-5 years experience as COMSEC custodian or member of a COMSEC A/B team, in corporate or government environment.
• Security+ is preferred but not required.

Typical Education & Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift Work:

This position is for 1st shift and variable call in support.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.  

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Summary pay range:

Mid-level (level 3):