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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.\nPosition: COMSEC Engineer\nClient: United States Marine Corps (USMC) - Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity (MCTSSA)\nLocation: On-Site – Camp Pendleton, California\nEmployment Type: Full-Time\nWork Schedule: On-Site\nSecurity Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance Required\nDuration: 4-5 years\nPosition Summary\nWe are seeking a Communications Security (COMSEC) Engineer to support technical testing, engineering, network configuration, and performance analysis activities. The selected candidate will work with Controlled Cryptographic Items, network encryption equipment, routing and switching technologies, test instrumentation, virtualization platforms, and scripting tools in support of COMSEC-related test and engineering events.\nKey Responsibilities\nPlan, design, and manage mission plans using Controlled Cryptographic Item (CCI) planning software.\nTroubleshoot COMSEC issues during test and engineering events, estimated at one to two events per month.\nConfigure Layer 3 network devices for Internet Protocol Security (IPsec), tunneling, and secure communications.\nConfigure and troubleshoot routing protocols, including:\nEnhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP)\nOpen Shortest Path First (OSPF)\nSimilar dynamic routing protocols\nConfigure Layer 2 devices to support network segmentation.\nOperate traffic generators and network analyzers during test activities.\nImplement and use virtualization technologies to support engineering and test environments.\nConduct Inline Network Encryptor testing and collect performance metrics.\nOperate and maintain Simple Key Loader and Tactical Key Loader devices.\nDevelop and use scripts and automation tools to support:\nData collection and reduction\nModel and algorithm design\nAutomated collection and analysis\nEvent logging\nNetwork monitoring and troubleshooting\nUse tools and scripting environments such as IXIA, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python, and PowerShell.\nPerform network throughput and performance testing across Layers 1 through 4 of the network stack.\nTest radio networks using tools such as IXIA, Spirent, iPerf, and T-BERD.\nPhysically and logically connect data-collection devices within network test architectures.\nSupport time synchronization of test and data-collection equipment and report synchronization issues.\nLift and move radio or networking equipment weighing approximately 40 pounds.\nRequired Technical Skills\nHands-on experience with COMSEC equipment, Controlled Cryptographic Items, or secure communications systems.\nExperience configuring Layer 2 and Layer 3 network devices.\nKnowledge of IPsec, tunneling, network segmentation, EIGRP, and OSPF.\nExperience with Inline Network Encryptors.\nExperience operating network analyzers, traffic generators, and network performance-testing tools.\nUnderstanding of network performance testing from the physical layer through the transport layer.\nExperience with virtualization technologies.\nExperience with at least one scripting or automation technology, preferably Python or PowerShell.\nAbility to collect, analyze, and document technical test data.\nAbility to troubleshoot COMSEC hardware, software, network, and radio communication issues.\nAbility to work effectively during scheduled test and engineering events.\nPreferred Experience\nExperience with IXIA, Spirent, iPerf, or T-BERD test equipment.\nExperience with MATLAB or LabVIEW.\nExperience operating SKL or TKL devices.\nExperience conducting Inline Network Encryptor performance testing.\nExperience supporting radio-network or Department of Defense test environments.\nPhysical Requirement\nThe position requires the ability to lift and move radio equipment weighing approximately 40 pounds.\nBenefits:\n401(k) Retirement plan\nMedical Insurance\nDental Insurance\nVision Insurance\nHealth Savings Account (HSA) with Qualified Health Plan\nEmployer HSA Contributions\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) (Medical, Limited Medical, Dependent Care, Commuter)\nCorporate Discount Plan for Products and Services\nCompany Paid Long Term (LTD) and Short Term (STD) Disability\nCompany Paid Basic Life/ADD Insurance\nVoluntary Life Insurance\nCritical Illness Insurance\nHospital Indemnity Coverage\nAccident Coverage\nPet Insurance Benefits\nLegal Resources Benefits\nIdentity Theft Protection Benefits\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\nPaid Time Off\nFloating Holiday\n11 Federal Holidays\nPTO Donation Program\nReferral Program\nPay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year\nApplication Question(s):\nDo you hold active TS/SCI Clearance? (This is mandatory)\nDo you have hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting Layer 2/Layer 3 network devices, including IPsec, OSPF, EIGRP, or secure tunneling?\nDo you have professional experience working with COMSEC equipment, Controlled Cryptographic Items (CCI), Inline Network Encryptors, or other secure communications systems?\nDo you have experience using scripting or automation tools such as Python or PowerShell in a networking or test engineering environment?\nSecurity clearance:\nTop Secret (Preferred)\nAbility to Commute:\nCamp Pendleton, CA 92055 (Required)\nWork Location: In person","company":"Akytech Consulting","rawCompany":"akytech consulting","city":"Pendleton","state":"NY","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-07T10:59:24.058Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1241.00","title":"Computer Network Architects","slug":"computer-network-architects"},{"code":"15-1241.01","title":"Telecommunications Engineering Specialists","slug":"telecommunications-engineering-specialists"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"COMSEC Engineer","description":"Akytech Consulting, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.\nPosition: COMSEC Engineer\nClient: United States Marine Corps (USMC) - Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity (MCTSSA)\nLocation: On-Site – Camp Pendleton, California\nEmployment Type: Full-Time\nWork Schedule: On-Site\nSecurity Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance Required\nDuration: 4-5 years\nPosition Summary\nWe are seeking a Communications Security (COMSEC) Engineer to support technical testing, engineering, network configuration, and performance analysis activities. The selected candidate will work with Controlled Cryptographic Items, network encryption equipment, routing and switching technologies, test instrumentation, virtualization platforms, and scripting tools in support of COMSEC-related test and engineering events.\nKey Responsibilities\nPlan, design, and manage mission plans using Controlled Cryptographic Item (CCI) planning software.\nTroubleshoot COMSEC issues during test and engineering events, estimated at one to two events per month.\nConfigure Layer 3 network devices for Internet Protocol Security (IPsec), tunneling, and secure communications.\nConfigure and troubleshoot routing protocols, including:\nEnhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP)\nOpen Shortest Path First (OSPF)\nSimilar dynamic routing protocols\nConfigure Layer 2 devices to support network segmentation.\nOperate traffic generators and network analyzers during test activities.\nImplement and use virtualization technologies to support engineering and test environments.\nConduct Inline Network Encryptor testing and collect performance metrics.\nOperate and maintain Simple Key Loader and Tactical Key Loader devices.\nDevelop and use scripts and automation tools to support:\nData collection and reduction\nModel and algorithm design\nAutomated collection and analysis\nEvent logging\nNetwork monitoring and troubleshooting\nUse tools and scripting environments such as IXIA, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python, and PowerShell.\nPerform network throughput and performance testing across Layers 1 through 4 of the network stack.\nTest radio networks using tools such as IXIA, Spirent, iPerf, and T-BERD.\nPhysically and logically connect data-collection devices within network test architectures.\nSupport time synchronization of test and data-collection equipment and report synchronization issues.\nLift and move radio or networking equipment weighing approximately 40 pounds.\nRequired Technical Skills\nHands-on experience with COMSEC equipment, Controlled Cryptographic Items, or secure communications systems.\nExperience configuring Layer 2 and Layer 3 network devices.\nKnowledge of IPsec, tunneling, network segmentation, EIGRP, and OSPF.\nExperience with Inline Network Encryptors.\nExperience operating network analyzers, traffic generators, and network performance-testing tools.\nUnderstanding of network performance testing from the physical layer through the transport layer.\nExperience with virtualization technologies.\nExperience with at least one scripting or automation technology, preferably Python or PowerShell.\nAbility to collect, analyze, and document technical test data.\nAbility to troubleshoot COMSEC hardware, software, network, and radio communication issues.\nAbility to work effectively during scheduled test and engineering events.\nPreferred Experience\nExperience with IXIA, Spirent, iPerf, or T-BERD test equipment.\nExperience with MATLAB or LabVIEW.\nExperience operating SKL or TKL devices.\nExperience conducting Inline Network Encryptor performance testing.\nExperience supporting radio-network or Department of Defense test environments.\nPhysical Requirement\nThe position requires the ability to lift and move radio equipment weighing approximately 40 pounds.\nBenefits:\n401(k) Retirement plan\nMedical Insurance\nDental Insurance\nVision Insurance\nHealth Savings Account (HSA) with Qualified Health Plan\nEmployer HSA Contributions\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) (Medical, Limited Medical, Dependent Care, Commuter)\nCorporate Discount Plan for Products and Services\nCompany Paid Long Term (LTD) and Short Term (STD) Disability\nCompany Paid Basic Life/ADD Insurance\nVoluntary Life Insurance\nCritical Illness Insurance\nHospital Indemnity Coverage\nAccident Coverage\nPet Insurance Benefits\nLegal Resources Benefits\nIdentity Theft Protection Benefits\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\nPaid Time Off\nFloating Holiday\n11 Federal Holidays\nPTO Donation Program\nReferral Program\nPay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year\nApplication Question(s):\nDo you hold active TS/SCI Clearance? 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