Overview
Saalex Solutions, a division of Saalex Corp., is seeking a Network Administrator with COMSEC Experience in Ridgecrest, CA . Base pay range : $90,000.00 / yr - $115,000.00 / yr
Responsibilities
- Network Engineering : Design, implement, and maintain secure LAN / WAN architectures; configure and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs; monitor network performance for high availability; maintain network documentation, diagrams, and configuration baselines.
- COMSEC Operations : Manage and safeguard cryptographic keying material using EKMS / KMI systems; operate and maintain COMSEC equipment (e.g., TACLANE, KG-175, STE); ensure compliance with NSA and DoD COMSEC policies (e.g., CNSSI 4001, DoDI 8523.01); conduct periodic COMSEC audits, inventories, and incident reporting.
- Security & Compliance : Implement network security controls per RMF and STIGs; collaborate with cybersecurity teams to address vulnerabilities and threats; support accreditation and certification for classified networks; perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in network engineering2+ years of hands-on COMSEC experienceFamiliarity with Cisco, Juniper, or similar network platformsExperience with EKMS / KMI, TACLANE, and other COMSEC devicesStrong understanding of DoD cybersecurity and COMSEC regulationsCompTIA Security+ or CCNA certification requiredCOMSEC Custodian Certification or equivalent trainingSecurity Clearance
Active Top Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship and security investigation, etc.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)Short Term & Long Term DisabilityTraining & DevelopmentWellness ResourcesStock Option PlanCompany
Saalex Solutions is a division of Saalex Corp. and focuses on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services, and Information Technology Services. The company serves the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments with offices across multiple locations.
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